link time

noun

The point at which multiple binary objects are merged into a larger program; literally, the time at which they are linked.

“link-time optimization”

Meanings

nounlink time (uncountable)
  1. attributiveoftenuncountableThe point at which multiple binary objects are merged into a larger program; literally, the time at which they are linked.

    link-time optimization

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APA

link time. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 2, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/link%20time

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“link time.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/link%20time. Accessed November 2, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “link time,” accessed November 2, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/link%20time.

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