verb
relate
ri-LAYT/rɪˈleɪt/
To connect one thing with another.
He relates the muddy footprint to the boot by comparing their tread patterns.
Etymology
The pieces mean “carry back,” behind the idea of reporting or referring something. The connection sense shifts the focus to reference: showing how one thing bears on another.
In context
… communicate my results and relate them to standards that are agreed upon throughout the field
More examples
- The teacher relates fractions to everyday tasks like cooking.
- How does this question relate to our discussion?
- I can relate to your frustration with the long wait.
Forms
relate · relates · related · relating
relation noun — A connection between people or things.