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Definition correspond in British English

correspond verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˌkɒrɪˈspɒnd/
1

to be the same as something else, or very much like it

Example

If their statements correspond, we'll have no trouble.

Example

The statistics do not correspond with our own experience.

Example

In 60% of the patients, all symptoms corresponded to what we expected.

Example

This closely corresponds to the wording of the existing law.

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1.1

used about something in a different country or system that is very much like something in yours

Example

His first post was as an Associate Professor, which roughly corresponds to Lecturer here.

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2

to be connected or related to something

Example

In machine code, one instruction corresponds directly to one operation of the computer.

Example

The timing of the gift closely corresponded with Robert's return from Italy.

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2.1

used about objects that are put together or attached

Example

These metal loops should be spaced to correspond with the curtain hooks.

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3

if two people correspond, they regularly write letters to each other

Example

He corresponded with leading European scholars.

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Definition correspond in British English