Joining

/ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the action of bringing things or people together.

The joining of the two families in celebration was heartfelt.

a place where two things are connected.

The joining of the pipes was expertly done to prevent leaks.

verb

the act of connecting or linking together.

Joining the two pieces of wood carefully ensured a strong bond.

to become a member of or participate in an organization or group.

She is considering joining the local book club to meet new people.

to come together or unite.

The two rivers are joining at the bottom of the valley.

Derived from the verb 'join', which comes from Old French 'joindre' and Latin 'jungere'.

joining forces

Collaborating with others for a common purpose.

joining the club

Becoming a member of a specific group or organization.

joining the ranks

Becoming part of a larger group, often in a professional context.

joining hands

Collaborating or working together, often used in a community context.

join

To connect or unite.

joint

Involving the connection between two or more parts.

junction

A point where two or more things meet.

Linking up with someone

We're joining up later to hang out.

Becoming involved in something new

She decided to join in on that new trend.