Meaning & Definition of word "Join"
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Join
/dʒɔɪn/
verb:
- 1. to connect, link, or unite with something.
- Example: I would like to join the club to meet new people.
- 2. to come together to form a single unit.
- Example: The two roads join at the intersection.
- 3. to become a member of a group or organization.
- Example: She decided to join the volunteer group to help the community.
- 4. to participate with others in an activity.
- Example: Can I join you for dinner?
- 5. to bring together or combine.
- Example: We need to join our efforts to finish the project on time.
Etymology
Middle English 'joigne', from Old French 'joindre', from Latin 'jungere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
Related Words
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.
Slang Meanings of join
Meaning: to hang out or associate with someone.
Example Sentence: Want to join me at the movie?
Meaning: to engage in an activity, especially for fun.
Example Sentence: Let's join for a game later!