During the storm, Tony attached himself to the helm and proceeded to steer the boat.
•The caterpillar attached itself to a branch and began to spin its cocoon.
2. Fig. to choose to associate with a particular thing, group, or organization. •Ron attached himself to a volleyball team that practices at the school.
•The manager attached himself to the luncheon club and became a regular fixture there.
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