associate

noun1 of 2

partner in professional work (e.g., in law)

• “The castle is associated with things like ghosts and ruins.”Tatoeba
• “He is by no means a pleasant fellow to associate with.”Tatoeba

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verb2 of 2

To spend time socially; keep company.