verb

connect

kuh-NEKT/kəˈnekt/

To establish contact or a link between things.

I connect the two electrical cables by joining their ends.

Hands join two electrical cable connectors, unplugged and safe.

Etymology

The pieces express “binding together,” originally the concrete act of joining or fastening things. That image also supports the broader meaning of bringing people or ideas into a relationship.

In context

TED4:51

We connect them with those job prospects so they can be able to build hours to be able to go into the airline.

How to Empower the Next Generation of Pilots | Refilwe Ledwaba | TED

More examples

The report connects poor sleep with slower reaction times.
Our teacher connects with even the quietest students.
The batter connects with the ball and drives it deep.

Forms

connect · connects · connected · connecting

connection noun — A link between people or things.

connector noun — A device that joins parts together.

Similar words

join: Emphasizes bringing separate things together into a physical whole.
link: Emphasizes a relationship or association rather than physical attachment.
attach: Means fastening one thing to another, usually physically.