As a Noun: 1. A close friendship between two people, especially one involving romantic or sexual feelings. English = relationship. 2. Of two things, the way in which they are connected. English = relationship, connection, link. 3. A strong feeling of friendship, love, or shared belief that unites two people. English = bond. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To have a close friendship between two people, especially one involving romantic or sexual feelings. English = have a relationship. 2. Of two things, to have a relationship or link between them. English = (be) connected, (be) linked, (be) related. 3. Of two or more people, to belong to the same family. English = (be) related.