### Question
What is the definition of affiliate?


### Answer
The definition of **affiliate** is as follows in *15 U.S.C. § 1693o*:

> any company that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with another company

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 1693o*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-CONSUMER CREDIT PROTECTION > SUBCHAPTER VI-ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFERS**

