relate

Universal Words verb 1 [VN] ~ A (to B) show or make a connection between two or more things: I found it difficult to relate the two ideas in my mind. * In the future, pay increases will be related to productivity. 2 ~ sth (to sb) (formal) to give a spoken or written report of sth; to tell a story: [VN] She relates her childhood experiences in the first chapters. * He related the facts of the case to journalists. * [Vwh-] She related how he had run away from home as a boy. [also Vthat] PHRASALVERBS relate to sth/sb 1 to be connected with sth/sb; to refer to sth/sb: We shall discuss the problem as it relates to our specific case. * The second paragraph relates to the situation in Scotland. 2 to be able to understand and have sympathy with sb/sth: Many adults can't relate to children. * Our product needs an image that people can relate to.