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    Joints (en. Joints)

    /jwɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Joints between two bones.
    The ankle joints are very sensitive.
    Les articulations de la cheville sont très sensibles.
    Places where two parts meet.
    The door seals need to be checked.
    Les joints de la porte doivent être vérifiés.
    Sealant layer constructions.
    The tile joints must be well maintained.
    Les joints de carrelage doivent être bien entretenus.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'joint', derived from the verb 'joindre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    joints in pain
    Refers to joints when experiencing pain.
    joints dans la douleur
    contraction joints
    Joints used to allow for contraction and expansion.
    joints de contraction

    Related Words

    articular
    Related to joints.
    articulaire
    to join
    To put together, to unite.
    joindre

    Slang Meanings

    Cannabis joint.
    He rolled a small joint for the evening.
    Il a roulé un petit joint pour la soirée.
    Method of smoking.
    They are passing the joint around the fire.
    Ils passent le joint autour du feu.