connect
Translation
to connect, to link, to join
Examples
Please connect the printer to the computer.
Please connect the printer to the computer.
I want to connect with other artists.
I want to connect with other artists.
The new road will connect the two towns.
The new road will connect the two towns.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((to/with sth.)) to join one thing to another Please connect the printer to the computer.
((with sb.)) to form a relationship with someone I want to connect with other artists.
Similar Words
Synonyms: link, join, attach; Antonyms: disconnect, separate
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'nectere' (to bind). The original meaning is 'to bind together'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'con' (together) and 'nect' (like a neck) joining two things, like a head and body.