connect
UK: kəˈnɛkt | US: kəˈnɛkt
vt. to join or link two or more things together
vi. to establish a relationship or communication
vt. to associate something with something else in thought
connect = con<together> + nect<bind>
- con: A Latin prefix meaning "together" or "with."
- nect: Derived from the Latin nectere, meaning "to bind" or "to tie."
Etymology Origin:
The word connect originates from the Latin connectere, combining con- (together) and nectere (to bind). This reflects the idea of bringing things into a unified relationship, whether physically (like bridges) or abstractly (like ideas). Over time, it evolved into Middle English via Old French, retaining its core meaning of joining or linking.
The bridge connects the two cities across the river.
Please connect the printer to your computer using the USB cable.
She struggled to connect with her new classmates.
The detective tried to connect the clues to solve the case.
This app helps users connect with professionals in their field.