• noun:   any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another

  Example: "First was the lightning and then its thunderous associate"

• noun:   a person who joins with others in some activity

  Example: "He had to consult his associate before continuing"

• noun:   a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies
• noun:   a person who is frequently in the company of another
• verb:   make a logical or causal connection
• verb:   bring or come into association or action
• verb:   keep company with; hang out with

  Example: "He associates with strange people"

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