joint
joint Lexical Profile
joint Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A structure in the human or animal body at which two or more parts of the skeleton are fitted together to allow for movement.
"She experienced severe pain in her knee joint after running the marathon."
A junction or connection where two or more separate pieces of material, such as timber or metal, are attached together.
"The carpenter carefully glued the mortise and tenon joint to ensure the table would be sturdy."
An establishment, typically a cheap or casual place for eating, drinking, or entertainment.
"We stopped at a local burger joint to grab a quick dinner on the way home."
• verb
To connect, fit, or fasten two or more parts together (especially in masonry or carpentry).
"The masonry team jointed the brickwork with a specialized mortar."
• Rhymes for joint
Word Origin & Etymology
From Old French 'joint' (meaning 'a joint'), derived from the past participle of 'joindre' (to join), which stems from Latin 'jungere' (to join together).
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