linkage

n. 连合,连锁,结合

An improper term to be avoided. This term is sometimes used to designate a logic element which performs a specific function or provides a linkage between variables.

这是一个应该避免使用的非正式术语。该术语有时用于一种逻辑元件，这种逻辑元件可以实现特定的功能或在变量之间提供链接。