das Bindeglied, -er

In German, "Bindeglied" is a noun composed of "Binden," which means "to tie/bind," and "Glied," which means "link" or "member." "Bindeglied" is the term used for a "link" or "connection" that joins two elements, indicating something that functions as an intermediary or a connector.

A word with similar meaning in German would be "Verbindungselement" (a connecting element). While "Bindeglied" and "Verbindungselement" both indicate something that connects, "Verbindungselement" might be used more in a technical or mechanical context. Meanwhile, "Bindeglied" can refer more broadly to any connector or intermediate piece, whether be it in a literal or metaphorical sense.