pertaining
UK: pəˈteɪnɪŋ | US: pərˈteɪnɪŋ
vi. relating or belonging to something; being relevant or applicable
vi. (archaic) being the legal right or property of someone
The word "pertain" originates from the Latin pertinēre, combining per- (meaning "through" or "completely") and tenēre (meaning "to hold"). Over time, it evolved in Old French as partenir before entering Middle English as "pertenen." The core idea of "holding through" or "belonging to" persists in its modern meaning of relevance or connection. The suffix -ing forms the present participle, indicating an ongoing relation or action.
The documents pertaining to the case were submitted to the court.
This rule pertains only to full-time employees.
The land pertains to the descendants of the original owner.
His remarks did not pertain to the main topic of discussion.
Laws pertaining to environmental protection have become stricter.