The term 'pertains' is a verb that means to have relevance or connection to something. The crossword solutions for this term are 'APPLIES, ' 'relates, ' and 'refers.' All three of these words mean to have a connection to something, but in slightly different ways. 'APPLIES' means to be relevant or applicable to a certain situation. 'Relates' means to have a connection or similarity to something else. 'Refers' means to direct attention to something else. All three of these words can be used to describe the term 'pertains.'