1bring together or into contact so that a real or notional link is established:the electrodes were connected to a recording device (as adjective connected)a connected series of cargo holds
join together so as to provide access and communication:all the buildings are connected by underground passages [no object]:the motorway connects with major routes from all parts of the country
link to a power or water supply:by 1892 most of the village had been connected to the mains
put (someone) into contact by telephone:I was quickly connected to the police
[no object] (of a train, bus, aircraft, etc.) be timed to arrive at its destination just before another train, bus, etc., departs so that passengers can transfer:the bus connects with trains from Windermere station (as adjective connecting)we missed the connecting flight to the USA
2associate or relate (something) in some respect:employees are rewarded with bonuses connected to their firm’s performancejobs connected with the environment
provide or have a link or relationship with:there was no evidence to connect Jefferson with the theft [no object]:the desire for religious faith connects up with profound needs at the core of our existence
[no object] form a relationship or feel an affinity:he can’t connect with anyone any more
3 [no object] informal (of a blow) hit the intended target:the blow connected and he felt a burst of pain
