The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Linkwork \Link"work`\ (l[i^][ng]k"w[^u]rk`), n.
   1. A fabric consisting of links made of metal or other
      material fastened together; also, a chain.
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            And thou shalt make hooks of gold, and two chains of
            fine gold; linkwork and wreathed.     --Udall.
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   2. Mechanism in which links, or intermediate connecting
      pieces, are employed to transmit motion from one part to
      another.
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