Pertain (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used without object)
  1. to have reference or relation; relate: documents pertaining to the lawsuit.
  2. to belong or be connected as a part, adjunct, possession, or attribute.
  3. to belong properly or fittingly; be appropriate.
verb (intr often foll by to)
  1. to have reference, relation, or relevance
  2. to be appropriate
  3. to belong (to) or be a part (of); be an adjunct, attribute, or accessory (of)
Pertain (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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