Definitions

1. verb

to unite or associate in a federal relationship; to form a federal union or association

“The two countries decided to federate to promote economic cooperation and peace.”

2. noun

a state or member of a federal union or association; a person or organization that is associated with another in a federal relationship

“The federates of the European Union work together to address global challenges.”

3. noun

a group of states or other political subdivisions that have united for a specific purpose or to achieve a common goal

“The federate states of the Austro-Hungarian Empire came together to negotiate a peace treaty.”