# Term - Data Object Associations

Business Glossary Terms can be linked with cataloged data objects like Schemas, Tables, Table Columns, Reports, Report Columns, Files, File Columns, APIs, and API Attributes. These terms extend their properties to enhance the context and security of the data objects through the Glossary-Catalog Sync options. 

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When a term is linked to a data object, it controls the data object's actions based on the term's properties and classifications. If the term is removed from the data object, the data object reverts to its original state. This means that any masking, restrictions, classifications, or assigned governance roles are removed, and the data object will revert to its usual state.
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Terms can be associated with data objects through three methods:

* Manual Association
* AI Recommendations
* LMDF

**Manual:** Users can manually associate a term with multiple data objects.

Through the Term Summary page > Associated Objects tab                   

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## Authoritative and Originative Source

The Authoritative Source identifies the trusted source that governs the definition, ownership, and updates of the associated object. It ensures data consistency, compliance, and accuracy across the organization.

The Originative Source refers to the system or dataset from which that object originates. This source provides the original definition, metadata, or context for the associated object within the business glossary.

Previously, the Authoritative Source column in the Term Summary under the Associated Objects tab allowed users to select only one authoritative source. Now, it has been updated to allow users to select multiple authoritative sources.

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