shortlink

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noun

A short web address, produced by a URL shortener, that redirects to a desired address that is typically much longer.

“A "dynamic" QR code contains a shortlink whose target can later be updated.”

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Meanings

nounshortlink (plural shortlinks)

plural shortlinks

  1. InternetA short web address, produced by a URL shortener, that redirects to a desired address that is typically much longer.

    A "dynamic" QR code contains a shortlink whose target can later be updated.

Cite this entry
APA

shortlink. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/shortlink

MLA

“shortlink.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/shortlink. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “shortlink,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/shortlink.

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