Meaning & Definition of word "Joint"
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Joint
/dʒɔɪnt/
noun:
- 1. A structure in the body where two or more bones are connected.
- Example: The doctor examined the patient's knee joint for any signs of injury.
- 2. A place where two things are joined together.
- Example: The joint between the two pieces of wood was secured with glue.
- 3. An establishment, especially one where food or drinks are served.
- Example: Let's meet at that new joint downtown for lunch.
verb:
- 1. To join or connect.
- Example: Make sure to joint the two parts securely.
adjective:
- 1. Shared by two or more parties.
- Example: They made a joint decision to proceed with the project.
- 2. Relating to a structure in which two or more parts are connected.
- Example: The joint effort resulted in a successful campaign.
Etymology
Middle English 'jointe', from Old French 'jointer', meaning 'to join'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
joint effort:
Collaboration between two or more parties working towards a common goal.
joint account:
A bank account shared by two or more individuals.
joint venture:
A business partnership for a specific project or endeavor.
Related Words
conjoint:
Joined together.
ajoint:
To join together.
disjointed:
Not coherent or methodical.
Slang Meanings of joint
Meaning: A term for a rolled marijuana cigarette.
Example Sentence: He passed around a joint during the party.
Meaning: A casual term for a place of low quality, often related to drugs.
Example Sentence: That joint has the best late-night food.