Connect Definition
connect
verb
- connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces; "Can you connect the two loudspeakers?"; "Tie the ropes together"; "Link arms"
- make a logical or causal connection; "I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind"; "colligate these facts"; "I cannot relate these events at all"
- be or become joined or united or linked; "The two streets connect to become a highway"; "Our paths joined"; "The travelers linked up again at the airport"
- 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"; "The planes don't connect and you will have to wait for four hours"
- 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!"; "Connect the TV so we can watch the football game tonight"
- hit or play a ball successfully; "The batter connected for a home run"
"Connect" in song lyrics
See how connect is used in real songs:
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"MTVH-1 all channels connect"
2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 — Say My Name Right -
"What you got, beats and the rhymes that connect"
The 49ers — What Ya Got -
"Exiting the exodus - connect"
Aceyalone — Organic Electricity
Words that rhyme with connect
Usage tips for "connect"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "connect" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for connect to find words that pair well.