associated

adjective

as·​so·​ci·​at·​ed ə-ˈsō-shē-ˌā-təd How to pronounce associated (audio)
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1
: joined together often in a working relationship
On April 29, 2016, the Firm completed the spin-off of Quorum Health Corporation ("QHC"), comprised of 38 associated hospitals and related outpatient services in 16 states …Mack Mortenson
2
: related, connected, or combined together
a computer terminal and its associated printer
The Two Arms Curl develops the arm flexors … and associated muscle groups.Philip J. Rasch

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The weather service said the severity of the storms will depend on how quickly an associated cold front moves through the area. Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2025 The work would include modifications to the main level, deck and garage and construction of a new lower level, entry, windows, exterior stairs, site walls and associated improvements. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025 And Review: Killer Instinct The Role of Associated Gas and Future Supply Constraints The U.S. natural gas market relies heavily on associated gas production from oil wells. Robert Rapier, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025 The cuts increase pressure on metro food banks and associated programs, which are already struggling with record demand. Jason Clayworth, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for associated

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of associated was in 1611

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“Associated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/associated. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.

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