as·so·ci·at·ed | \ ə-ˈsō-shē-ˌā-təd 
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, -sē- \Definition of associated
1 : joined together often in a working relationship
On April 29, 2016, the Firm completed the spin-off of Quorum Health Corporation ("QHC"), comprised of 38 associated hospitals and related outpatient services in 16 states …— Mack Mortenson
2 : related, connected, or combined together
a computer terminal and its associated printer The Two Arms Curl develops the arm flexors … and associated muscle groups.— Philip J. Rasch
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The first known use of associated was in 1611
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