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connector

[C] Countable
pl: connectors

The term carries a strong connotation of utility and bridging. It describes the physical or logical point where two separate entities become a single continuous system. In technical fields, it implies a standardized interface that allows for modularity and easy replacement. In linguistic contexts, it functions as the glue of a narrative. It shifts the focus from the content of the ideas to the relationship between them, signaling transitions, contradictions, or causal links to the reader.

A specific physical plug or a specific linguistic word used to link ideas.

Meanings

Noun

A device used to join two electrical circuits or mechanical parts.

"The technician replaced the faulty connector in the cable."

Noun

A word or phrase that links clauses or sentences together.

"The teacher explained how to use a connector like however to improve flow."

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