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n. 1. A fabric consisting of links made of metal or other material fastened together; also, a chain. [ 1913 Webster ]

And thou shalt make hooks of gold, and two chains of fine gold; linkwork and wreathed. Udall. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. Mechanism in which links, or intermediate connecting pieces, are employed to transmit motion from one part to another. [ 1913 Webster ]