1.Definition: a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies

Category: General

2.Definition: a friend who is frequently in the company of another

Related Noun(s):companion, comrade, familiar, fellow

Category: People

3.Definition: a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor

"He had to consult his associate before continuing"

Category: People

4.Definition: a person with subordinate membership in a society, institution, or commercial enterprise

"Associates in the law firm bill at a lower rate than do partners"

Category: People

5.Definition: any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another

"First was the lightning and then its thunderous associate"

Category: General