associates
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/əˈsoʊʃiəts/
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/əˈsəʊʃiəts/
(associate)
connected
Etymology
'associate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'associatus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'sociatus' meant 'joined.'
'associatus' transformed into the Old French word 'associer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'associate' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to join or unite,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'to connect in thought' and 'a partner or colleague.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person with whom one works, especially in a business or professional setting.
She introduced me to her associates at the conference.
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Verb 1
to connect someone or something with something else in one's mind.
People often associate the smell of cinnamon with the holidays.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45