Definitions for connect

Definitions for (verb) connect

Main entry: associate, colligate, link, link up, tie in, connect, relate

Definition: make a logical or causal connection

Usage: I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind; colligate these facts; I cannot relate these events at all


Main entry: connect

Definition: join for the purpose of communication

Usage: Operator, could you connect me to the Raffles in Singapore?


Main entry: connect

Definition: join by means of communication equipment

Usage: The telephone company finally put in lines to connect the towns in this area


Main entry: connect

Definition: land on or hit solidly

Usage: The brick connected on her head, knocking her out


Main entry: tie, link, link up, connect

Definition: connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces

Usage: Can you connect the two loudspeakers?; Tie the ropes together; Link arms


Main entry: connect

Definition: hit or play a ball successfully

Usage: The batter connected for a home run


Main entry: connect, plug in, plug into

Definition: plug into an outlet

Usage: Please plug in the toaster!; Connect the TV so we can watch the football game tonight


Main entry: get in touch, connect, touch base

Definition: establish communication with someone

Usage: did you finally connect with your long-lost cousin?


Main entry: connect

Definition: establish a rapport or relationship

Usage: The President of this university really connects with the faculty


Main entry: connect, link, link up, join, unite

Definition: be or become joined or united or linked

Usage: The two streets connect to become a highway; Our paths joined; The travelers linked up again at the airport


Main entry: connect

Definition: be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation

Usage: The local train does not connect with the Amtrak train; The planes don't connect and you will have to wait for four hours


Visual thesaurus for connect