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associated

To be associated is for two or more things to be connected. (verb)

An example of things that are associated are hot dogs and buns.

Associated means to have had a relationship of some sort with another person or organization. (verb)

An example of two people who are associated are a restaurant chef and the food distributor.

Associated describes those that are affiliated, often in similar or equal roles. (adjective)

An example of two people who are associated are the CEO and CFO of a company.

Associated describes someone whose rank is inferior. (adjective)

An example of someone who is associated with the CEO of the company is the secretary.

Associated describes someone who is involved with or allied with someone else. (adjective)

An example of two people who are associated are gang members.

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