Definition of pertain

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  • pertain is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • pertain is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • pertain is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of pertain

  • be relevant to (verb)

    Examples

    1. My remark pertained to your earlier comments

    Synonyms

    1. bear on
    2. come to
    3. concern
    4. have to do with
    5. refer
    6. relate
    7. touch
    8. touch on
  • be a part or attribute of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. appertain

See definition of pertain in Merriam Webster