Data Structures & Algorithms

Linked List

/lɪŋkt lɪst/

Definition

A data structure of nodes where each node holds a value and a pointer to the next node.

Example in context

"A linked list has O(1) insertion at the head but O(n) access by index — the opposite of an array."

Practice this term

Master Linked List in context by working through exercises in the Data Structures & Algorithms module. You'll see the term used in real engineering scenarios with multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and matching drills.