pertaining

American

[per-tey-ning] / pərˈteɪ nɪŋ /

adjective

related to or associated with something specified; belonging or relevant to the matter at hand.

Before you begin the verification process, make sure you have all pertaining documents such as receipts, past tax returns, etc.
A memorandum of understanding was drafted and sent to the pertaining bodies, along with a specific date by which an agreement needed to be reached.

Other Word Forms

unpertaining

adjective

Etymology

Origin of pertaining

pertain ( def. ) + -ing ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Trump said on social media on Saturday that he had a "very good call" with the leaders of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and others about a "Memorandum of Understanding pertaining to PEACE".

From BBC • May 25, 2026

US President Donald Trump confirmed Friday he would miss his son's wedding, insisting he had to stay in Washington because of "circumstances pertaining to government."

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The suit is filed against UC but it focused on allegations pertaining to UCLA.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

He said that could lead to further “tailwinds pertaining to the security of AI,” although it could take time.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026

I will boil everything pertaining to food from now on, or bake it.

From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien

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