a-lid' (qarobh, "near," as in Gen 45:10; Ex 13:17, etc.): Neh 13:4 refers either to family ties, as in Ruth 2:20, or to intimate association.
Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Definition for 'ALLIED'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". bible-history.com - ISBE; 1915.