<p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to be in the relation of a member, adherent, inhabitant, etc. (usually followed by to): He belongs to the Knights of Columbus.</li><li>to have the proper qualifications, especially social qualifications, to be a member of a group: You don't belong in this club.</li><li>to be proper or due; be properly or appropriately placed, situated, etc.: Books belong in every home. This belongs on the shelf. He is a statesman who belongs among the great.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb Phrase</strong></p><ul><li>to be the property of: The book belongs to her.</li><li>to be a part or adjunct of: That cover belongs to this jar.</li></ul>