Meaning & Definition of word "Jointed"

Jointed

/ˈdʒɔɪntɪd/

verb:

  • 1. Past tense of joint, to connect or unite parts.
    • Example: She jointed the two pieces of wood to make a sturdy shelf.

adjective:

  • 1. Having joints or segments; articulated.
    • Example: The jointed structure of the robot allowed it to mimic human movements.
  • 2. Made up of segments or parts that are connected at joints.
    • Example: The jointed doll could bend its arms and legs in realistic ways.
  • 3. Describing a plant or animal with jointed or segmented body parts.
    • Example: The insect's jointed legs enabled it to jump great distances.

Etymology

From the word joint + -ed, indicating possession of joints.

Common Phrases and Expressions

jointed at the hip:

Describing two people who are inseparable or very close.

jointed limbs:

Referring to arms and legs that are flexible and can move at joints.

jointed structure:

A collective term for frameworks that consist of connected parts.

Related Words

joint:

A point where two parts of a structure are joined.

articulate:

To speak clearly and distinctly.

hinged:

Having a hinge; capable of being turned.

Slang Meanings of jointed

Meaning: Referring to marijuana when rolled in a paper.

Example Sentence: Let's smoke a jointed after the game.

Meaning: Describing a relaxed state or posture.

Example Sentence: He was so jointed after the yoga session.