What is "linkwork"

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.

   And thou shalt make hooks of gold, and two chains of fine gold; linkwork and wreathed.
   --Udall.

2. Mechanism in which links, or intermediate connecting pieces, are employed to transmit motion from one part to another.

n. 1 A fabric made from linked pieces of metal. 2 A mechanism of linked components.