1. organizations or companies that are officially connected to or controlled by a larger organization
2. people who are officially connected with or work for an organization

1. connects or associates officially with an organization or group
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The television network has affiliates in every major city.
• Local affiliates broadcast the national news program.
• The university affiliates with several research institutions.
• She affiliates herself with the environmental organization.
• The company’s international affiliates reported strong sales.
• Many affiliates attended the annual conference.
• The charity affiliates with local food banks to help families.