connect

verb

1. 1

   make a logical or causal connection

   I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind

   colligate these facts

2. 2

   join for the purpose of communication

   Operator, could you connect me to the Raffles in Singapore?

3. 3

   join by means of communication equipment

   The telephone company finally put in lines to connect the towns in this area

4. 4

   land on or hit solidly

   The brick connected on her head, knocking her out

5. 5

   connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces

   Can you connect the two loudspeakers?

   Tie the ropes together

6. 6

   hit or play a ball successfully

   The batter connected for a home run

7. 7

   plug into an outlet

   Please plug in the toaster!

   Connect the TV so we can watch the football game tonight

8. 8

   establish communication with someone

   did you finally connect with your long-lost cousin?

9. 9

   establish a rapport or relationship

   The President of this university really connects with the faculty

10. 10

    be or become joined or united or linked

    The two streets connect to become a highway

    Our paths joined

11. 11

    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