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Meaning of joint
noun
- The point where two components of a structure join, but are still able to rotate. Example: This rod is free to swing at the joint with the platform.
- The point where two components of a structure join rigidly. Example: The water is leaking out of the joint between the two pipes.
- Any part of the body where two bones join, in most cases allowing that part of the body to be bent or straightened.
- The means of securing together the meeting surfaces of components of a structure. Example: The dovetail joint, while more difficult to make, is also quite strong.
- A cut of meat. Example: Set the joint in a roasting tin and roast for the calculated cooking time.
verb
- To unite by a joint or joints; to fit together; to prepare so as to fit together Example: a jointing plane
- To join; to connect; to unite; to combine.
- To provide with a joint or joints; to articulate.
- To separate the joints; of; to divide at the joint or joints; to disjoint; to cut up into joints, as meat.
- To fit as if by joints; to coalesce as joints do. Example: the stones joint, neatly.
adjective
- Done by two or more people or organisations working together. Example: The play was a joint production between the two companies.
Source: Free Dictionary API.
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