1. to belong or be connected as a rightful part or attribute
Usage: past tense of ‘pertain’
2. to have reference or relation; to be relevant
Usage: past tense of ‘pertain’

Examples

• The documents pertained to the legal case from last year.
• Her expertise pertained specifically to marine biology.
• The new regulations pertained only to commercial vehicles.
• The evidence pertained directly to the defendant’s whereabouts.
• These safety rules pertained to all employees in the factory.
• The discussion pertained to budget allocations for next quarter.