Join

/dʒɔɪn/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to connect, link, or unite with something.

I would like to join the club to meet new people.

to come together to form a single unit.

The two roads join at the intersection.

to become a member of a group or organization.

She decided to join the volunteer group to help the community.

to participate with others in an activity.

Can I join you for dinner?

to bring together or combine.

We need to join our efforts to finish the project on time.

Middle English 'joigne', from Old French 'joindre', from Latin 'jungere'.

join forces

to work together for a common purpose.

join the club

to become part of a group, often used sarcastically.

join in

to participate in an activity.

join someone's side

to support someone in their opinion or cause.

junction

a point where two or more things are joined.

joint

a point where two parts are connected.

connected

joined together.

combine

to bring two or more things together.

to hang out or associate with someone.

Want to join me at the movie?

to engage in an activity, especially for fun.

Let's join for a game later!