pertain | ||
1. | [ verb ] be about; have to do with; be relevant to; refer, pertain, or relate to | |
Synonyms: | concern refer relate come_to touch bear_on touch_on | |
Examples: | "What's this novel all about?" "There were lots of questions referring to her talk" |
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Related terms: | involve apply focus_on matter_to allude applicability | |
2. | [ verb ] be a part or attribute of | |
Synonyms: | appertain | |
Related terms: | dwell accessory | |
Similar spelling: |
pertainym Perrodin pertinent Partain pertinency pertinence pertness |