Answer: connecting

AnswerCrossword Clue
connectingThink of as being linked or related
connectingBring together or into contact so that a real or notional link is established
connectingJoin together so as to provide access and communication
connecting(of a thing) Provide or have a link or relationship with (someone or something)
connectingForm a relationship or feel an affinity
connectingAssociate or relate in some respect
connecting(of a blow) Hit the intended target
connectingPut (someone) into contact by telephone
connectingLink to a power or water supply
connecting(of a train, bus, aircraft, etc.) Be timed to arrive at its destination before another train, aircraft, etc., departs so that passengers can transfer from one to the other
connectingCONNECT, to join together