hyperlink
n.
part of a hypertext document which leads a user to another hypertext document (Computers)
v.
(Computers) link to a hypertext, make a hypertext link in a file
Hyperlink
hyperlink
Noun
1. a link from a hypertext file to another location or file; typically activated by clicking on a highlighted word or icon at a particular location on the screen
(hypernym) link
hyperlink
<
hypertext> A reference (link) from some point in one
hypertext document to (some point in) another document or another place in the same document. A
browser usually displays a hyperlink in some distinguishing way, e.g. in a different colour, font or style. When the user activates the link (e.g. by clicking on it with the
mouse) the
browser will display the target of the link.
(1995-02-10)
(c) Copyright 1993 by Denis Howe
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