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    Joint (en. Seal)

    /ʒwɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A part of the body where two bones meet.
    The knee is an important joint for mobility.
    Le genou est un joint important pour la mobilité.
    A place where parts are connected together.
    The door seal needs to be replaced because it is worn out.
    Le joint de la porte doit être remplacé car il est usé.
    A consumer product of marijuana, rolled in paper.
    He smoked a joint in the park.
    Il a fumé un joint dans le parc.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'junctus', past participle of 'jungere', meaning 'to join'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cylinder head gasket
    A part in an engine that ensures the seal between the cylinder head and the engine block.
    joint de culasse
    sealing joint
    An element used to prevent leaks between two surfaces.
    joint d'étanchéité

    Related Words

    articular
    Related to joints.
    articulaire
    connection
    The state of being connected.
    connexion
    jointing
    Point of linkage between two elements.
    jointure

    Slang Meanings

    A roll of marijuana.
    He shared a joint with his friends.
    Il a partagé un joint avec ses amis.
    A cannabis cigarette.
    They relaxed by smoking a joint.
    Ils se sont détendus en fumant un joint.