To separate and distribute into classes, as things of a like kind, nature, or quality, or which are suited to a like purpose; to classify; as, to assort goods
arrange or order by classes or categories; "How would you classify these pottery shards--are they prehistoric?"
To agree; to be in accordance; to be adapted; to suit; to fall into a class or place
keep company with; hang out with; "He associates with strange people"; "She affiliates with her colleagues"