Affiliate
/əˈfɪliˌeɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A person or entity officially attached to a larger organization.
The company is an affiliate of a major multinational corporation.
- (v.) To officially attach or connect (a subsidiary body) to a larger body.
The nonprofit affiliate with the national charity last year.
Forms
- affiliates
- affiliated
- affiliating
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Commentary
Use 'affiliate' to denote formal association; distinguish from 'subsidiary' which implies ownership control.
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