Answer: pertained

AnswerCrossword Clue
PERTAINEDReferred to.
PERTAINEDHad reference to
PERTAINEDWas relevant (to)
pertainedBelong to something as a part, appendage, or accessory
pertainedBe in effect or existence in a specified place or at a specified time
pertainedPERTAIN, to have reference or relation
pertainedBe appropriate, related, or applicable