NYT Dictionary

DOWNLINK

/ˈdaʊnlɪŋk/
NounVerbDOWN-linkdown-link · 2 syllablesGrade 11

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2025

Meaning

The transmission of a signal from a satellite to a receiving station on earth; or the means of this transmission.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From down- + link.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Antonyms

uplink

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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