'Relevant' definitions:

Definition of 'relevant'

(from WordNet)
adjective
Having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue; "the scientist corresponds with colleagues in order to learn about matters relevant to her own research" [ant: irrelevant]

Definition of 'Relevant'

From: GCIDE
  • Relevant \Rel"e*vant\ (-vant), a. [F. relevant, p. pr. of relever to raise again, to relieve. See Relieve.]
  • 1. Relieving; lending aid or support. [R.] --Pownall. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Bearing upon, or properly applying to, the case in hand; pertinent; applicable. [1913 Webster]
  • Close and relevant arguments have very little hold on the passions. --Sydney Smith. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. (Scots Law) Sufficient to support the cause. [1913 Webster]

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