Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

url

noun
/juː.ˌɑːrˈɛl/
Definition
A URL, which stands for Uniform Resource Locator, is the address used to access resources on the internet.
Examples
  • To visit the website, just type the URL into your browser.
  • She shared the URL for the article she wrote.
  • You can find the image by clicking the URL provided in the email.
Meaning
It specifies the location of a resource on the web and the protocol for retrieving it.
Synonyms
  • Web address
  • Internet address
  • Resource locator