Dictionary definition · connect
verb
- connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces"Can you connect the two loudspeakers?"
- make a logical or causal connection"I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind"
- be or become joined or united or linked"The two streets connect to become a highway"
- join by means of communication equipment"The telephone company finally put in lines to connect the towns in this area"
- land on or hit solidly"The brick connected on her head, knocking her out"
- join for the purpose of communication"Operator, could you connect me to the Raffles in Singapore?"
- be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation"The local train does not connect with the Amtrak train"
- establish a rapport or relationship"The President of this university really connects with the faculty"
- establish communication with someone"did you finally connect with your long-lost cousin?"
- plug into an outlet"Please plug in the toaster!"
- hit or play a ball successfully"The batter connected for a home run"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).