Definitions of associate:
- 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"