verb “connect”
infinitive connect; he connects; past tense connected; past part. connected; ger. connecting
- to link two objects together or attach one object to another
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The bridge connects the island to the mainland, making travel much easier.
- to attach or be designed to attach to another object
The charger connects to the laptop through this port.
- to link a computer or mobile device to the internet or a network
I need to connect my laptop to the Wi-Fi network to access the internet.
- to establish telephone communication with someone
She dialed the number and was quickly connected to her doctor's office.
- (in "to connect A with B") to see a logical relation between A and B
She didn't connect her sudden headaches with the new construction noise until her doctor suggested it.
- to establish a good relationship with someone
Despite their differences, Sarah and Tom connected over their shared love of music.
- to change from one form of transportation to another during a journey
In Paris, I'll connect from the train to a bus that takes me directly to my hotel.
- (for a hit or strike) to successfully reach its target
When her punch connected with the bag, it swung wildly.