Definition, synonyms and related words
Something that pertains; an appurtenance.
"The title deed included a parchment pertaining to the boundary lines of the original estate."
In plain English: Pertaining is not actually a noun; it is an adjective used to describe something that relates to or concerns another thing.
"There is no such thing as pertaining being used as a noun in standard English, so an example cannot be provided. The word "pertaining" functions only as an adjective (e.g., "questions pertaining to taxes"), and its related abstract concepts are expressed with nouns like "relation," "connection," or "relevance.""
Usage: The noun form of pertaining refers to something attached or belonging to another, such as an accessory or appendage. Use this term when describing a physical item included with a main object rather than the abstract concept of relevance.
present participle of pertain
"The new policy regarding remote work is pertaining to all employees starting next Monday."
In plain English: Nothing is pertaining because it isn't actually an action word; instead, you use it as an adjective to mean something that relates or has to do with another thing.
"The scientist was pertained to his discovery by all his colleagues at the conference."