1. serving to connect or join things together

1. a word or phrase that connects clauses, sentences, or other parts of speech
Usage: grammar
2. something that connects or links parts together

Examples

• The connective tissue holds the muscles together.
• Blood vessels form a connective network throughout the body.
• The word ‘and’ is a common connective in English.
• However is a connective that shows contrast between ideas.
• The bridge serves as a connective between the two cities.
• Teachers use connectives to help students link their ideas in writing.
• The connective elements in the essay made it easy to follow.