SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
germane
adjective
Directly relevant to the matter being discussed.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Relevant to the matter
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Usage distinction
Return to topGermane and pertinent connect a detail directly to the matter under discussion.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See germane in use
The chair asked speakers to keep their comments germane to the proposal.
Owen asked for a detail germane to the actual handover, such as where to record an existing mark on a case.
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