How Do You Spell UNLINK?

Pronunciation: [ʌnlˈɪŋk] (IPA)

UNLINK Meaning and Definition

  1. Unlink is a transitive verb that refers to the action of separating or breaking a connection or bond between two or more entities. It is the opposite of linking or joining together.

    In the context of computer technology, unlink typically refers to disconnecting or severing the association between files, folders, or other data elements. This action is commonly performed to remove the link between a file and its parent directory. Unlinking a file does not delete the file itself, but it removes its reference from the directory structure, making it inaccessible through the usual means. The unlinked file may still exist on the storage medium; however, it becomes more difficult to locate or access without the linkage.

    In a broader sense, unlinking can also be applied to other domains. For instance, in a social or interpersonal context, it can signify the termination of a relationship or connection. It means to detach or dissociate oneself from another person or entity. Unlinking can involve cutting ties, severing communication, or terminating associations.

    Overall, unlink refers to the act of separating or disconnecting elements that were previously linked or connected. Whether applied to computer technology or human relationships, unlinking implies the dissolution of a connection or bond.

  2. To free from links; to disconnect.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for UNLINK

Conjugate verb Unlink

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have unlinked
you would have unlinked
he/she/it would have unlinked
we would have unlinked
they would have unlinked
I would have unlink
you would have unlink
he/she/it would have unlink
we would have unlink
they would have unlink

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been unlinking
you would have been unlinking
he/she/it would have been unlinking
we would have been unlinking
they would have been unlinking

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would unlink
you would unlink
he/she/it would unlink
we would unlink
they would unlink

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be unlinking
you would be unlinking
he/she/it would be unlinking
we would be unlinking
they would be unlinking

FUTURE

I will unlink
you will unlink
he/she/it will unlink
we will unlink
they will unlink

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be unlinking
you will be unlinking
he/she/it will be unlinking
we will be unlinking
they will be unlinking

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have unlinked
you will have unlinked
he/she/it will have unlinked
we will have unlinked
they will have unlinked

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been unlinking
you will have been unlinking
he/she/it will have been unlinking
we will have been unlinking
they will have been unlinking

IMPERATIVE

you unlink
we let´s unlink

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to unlink

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was unlinking
you were unlinking
he/she/it was unlinking
we were unlinking
they were unlinking

PAST PARTICIPLE

unlinked

PAST PERFECT

I had unlinked
you had unlinked
he/she/it had unlinked
we had unlinked
they had unlinked

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been unlinking
you had been unlinking
he/she/it had been unlinking
we had been unlinking
they had been unlinking

PRESENT

I unlink
you unlink
he/she/it unlinks
we unlink
they unlink

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am unlinking
you are unlinking
he/she/it is unlinking
we are unlinking
they are unlinking

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

unlinking

PRESENT PERFECT

I have unlinked
you have unlinked
he/she/it has unlinked
we have unlinked
they have unlinked

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been unlinking
you have been unlinking
he/she/it has been unlinking
we have been unlinking
they have been unlinking

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it unlink

SIMPLE PAST

I unlinked
you unlinked
he/she/it unlinked
we unlinked
they unlinked

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