Affiliate
/əˈfɪl.i.eɪt/noun
To officially attach or connect to a larger organization or group.
Did you know?The term 'affiliate' stems from medieval practices where individuals pledged loyalty to a lord or a cause, linking them in a sacred bond.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
affiliatus
“To adopt as a son; to attach in a familial bond.”
14th Century
Old French
afilié
“To adopt or associate with.”
15th Century
Middle English
affiliaten
“To connect or join as a subordinate.”
Modern English
English
affiliate
“To officially attach or connect to a larger organization.”