(v. t.) To unite, or form a connection between, as between
families by marriage, or between princes and states by treaty, league,
or confederacy; -- often followed by to or with.
(v. t.) To connect or form a relation between by similitude,
resemblance, friendship, or love.
(v.) A relative; a kinsman.
(v.) One united to another by treaty or league; -- usually applied
to sovereigns or states; a confederate.
(v.) Anything associated with another as a helper; an auxiliary.
(v.) Anything akin to another by structure, etc.
(n.) See Alley, a marble or taw.
