verb
General Slang
Link Up
/lɪŋk ʌp/ · verb · slang
To meet up with someone — to connect in person and hang out.
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Definitions
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In UK slang, 'a link' can specifically mean a romantic or casual hookup interest.
“She's not my girl, she's just a link right now.”
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As a noun ('a link-up'), a planned meet or hangout.
“The link-up is at the chicken shop, usual spot.”
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To meet up and spend time with someone.
“Let's link up this weekend, it's been too long.”
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Link Up In A Sentence
Wanna link up later and grab food?
We been trying to link for weeks but everyone's busy.
Big link-up tonight, the whole group's coming.
Origin & Usage
AAVE and British/MLE slang. 'Link up' as 'meet up' is widespread; in UK usage 'link' also carved out a meaning of a casual romantic connection.
People Also Ask
What does link up mean in slang?
It means to meet up and hang out with someone. 'Let's link up' is just 'let's meet.'
What does 'link' mean in UK slang?
In UK and MLE slang, a 'link' can mean someone you're casually seeing romantically, or just a planned meet-up depending on context.
Is link up romantic or just friendly?
It can be either. By default it just means meeting up, but in British slang 'linking' someone often implies a romantic or casual fling.
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