Connect: meaning, definitions and examples

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connect

[ kəˈnɛkt ]

^{Context #1}

communication

Join together so as to provide access and communication.

Synonyms

attach, join, link

Examples of usage

The computer is connected to the internet.
The two buildings are connected by a bridge.
I need to connect to the WiFi network.

^{Context #2}

relationship

Establish a relationship or feel an affinity.

Synonyms

associate, bond, relate

Examples of usage

I feel connected to nature.
She connected with the audience through her performance.

^{Context #3}

technology

A point at which an input is made to a computer or at which an output is received from it.

Synonyms

interface, link, port

Examples of usage

The printer is connected to the USB port.
Make sure all connections are secure before turning on the device.

Translations

Translations of the word "connect" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conectar

🇮🇳 जोड़ना

🇩🇪 verbinden

🇮🇩 menghubungkan

🇺🇦 підключати

🇵🇱 łączyć

🇯🇵 接続する (せつぞくする)

🇫🇷 connecter

🇪🇸 conectar

🇹🇷 bağlamak

🇰🇷 연결하다

🇸🇦 ربط

🇨🇿 připojit

🇸🇰 pripojiť

🇨🇳 连接 (liánjiē)

🇸🇮 povezati

🇮🇸 tengja

🇰🇿 қосу

🇬🇪 შეერთება

🇦🇿 birləşdirmək

🇲🇽 conectar

Word origin

The word 'connect' originated from the Latin word 'connectere', which means 'to tie together'. It has been used in English since the 15th century. The concept of connection has always been important in human relationships, communication, and technology. The word has evolved to encompass various meanings related to linking, joining, and establishing relationships.