joint

1 of 3

noun

ˈjȯint

plural joints

a(1)

: the point of contact between elements of an animal skeleton with the parts that surround and support it

the hip joint

(2)

: node sense 5b

: a part or space included between two articulations, knots, or nodes

: a place where two things or parts are joined

a joint between two pieces of timber

: a space between the adjacent surfaces of two bodies (such as bricks) joined and held together (as by cement or mortar)

: a fracture or crack in rock not accompanied by dislocation

: the flexing part of a cover along either spine edge of a book

: the junction of two or more members of a framed structure

: a union formed by two abutting rails in a track including the elements (such as bars and bolts) necessary to hold the abutting rails together

: an area at which two ends, surfaces, or edges are attached

: a shabby or disreputable place of entertainment

a cheap joint

: place, establishment

a hamburger joint

slang : prison sense 2

spent five years in the joint

: a marijuana cigarette

smoking a joint

chiefly British : a large piece of meat for roasting

a joint of beef

jointed

ˈjȯin-təd

adjective

jointedly adverb

jointedness noun

joint

2 of 3

adjective

: united, combined

the joint influences of culture and climate

: common to two or more: such as

a(1)

: involving the united activity of two or more

a joint effort

(2)

: constituting an activity, operation, or organization in which elements of more than one armed service participate

joint maneuvers

(3)

: constituting an action or expression of two or more governments

joint peace talks

: shared by or affecting two or more

a joint fine

: united, joined, or sharing with another (as in a right or status)

joint heirs

mathematics : being a function of or involving two or more variables and especially random variables

a joint probability density function

jointly adverb

joint

3 of 3

verb

jointed; jointing; joints

transitive verb

: to unite by a joint : fit together

joint two boards

her elbows and shoulders are jointed wrong

Irish Digest

: to provide with a joint : articulate

: to prepare (something, such as a board) for joining by planing the edge

: to separate the joints of

joint a piece of meat

intransitive verb

: to fit as if by joints

the stones joint neatly

: to form joints as a stage in growth

—used especially of small grains

Example Sentences

Noun She's been having pain in her muscles and joints. seal the joints of the pipes Adjective filing a joint tax return They had a joint account at the bank. divorced parents who have joint custody of their child

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

At the time, there were almost no Native American restaurants in the country, apart from Tocabe, a beloved fry-bread joint in Denver, and the Mitsitam Native Foods Café, in Washington, D.C.

Carolyn Kormann, The New Yorker, 12 Sep. 2022 Above the restaurant is the hotel’s 363 Lounge, whose cocktail program was designed by Thanos Prunarus, the founder of the Athens bar Baba Au Rum, generally regarded as the top cocktail joint in the Greek capital.

Jessie Heyman, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2022 Still, other evidence points a finger at chronic physical conditions like irritable bowel syndrome or disorders of the temporomandibular joint in the jaw.

Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 4 Aug. 2022 The old Tastee-Freez has given way to a Guatemalan chicken joint.

Washington Post, 19 May 2022 In addition to the Ross-Tame Impala joint, the soundtrack features covers of disco era classics covered by an eclectic lineup of contemporary artists including H.E.R., Phoebe Bridgers, St. Vincent, Thundercat, RZA, and Caroline Polachek.

Kat Bouza, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2022 Those from the south, who often delve up to the second joint or even higher—squeezing their curd rice into a ball with the palm of their hand, for instance—are seen as totally déclassé.

Chandrahas Choudhury, WSJ, 5 Mar. 2022 But there are commonalities: A family-run joint that serves hearty portions of seafood and steak proceeded by a relish tray, soup or salad and fresh-baked bread.

Chelsey Lewis, Journal Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022 The condition can affect any joint but is most commonly found in the hands, knees, hips and spine.

Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2022

Adjective

So far this election cycle, pro-27 forces have spent $87.3 million while an anti-27 effort has shelled out $56.4 million and a joint pro-26, anti-27 effort has spent nearly $29 million.

David K. Li, NBC News, 15 Sep. 2022 George Gascón declined an invitation by Villanueva to create a joint-agency task force.

Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 Odis Brockman, a spokesperson for Flagstaff police, said state and federal officers were conducting a joint operation within Flagstaff when the shooting occurred around 3:30 p.m.

Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 15 Sep. 2022 The opposing parties earlier this month filed a joint juror questionnaire containing 56 questions designed to sniff out conflicts of interest, biases, covid concerns and other possible roadblocks to a fair trial.

Erik Wemple, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2022 Since 2019, Iran, Russia and China have held three joint naval drills amid deepening ties.

Nectar Gan, CNN, 14 Sep. 2022 He was asked about the joint electric vehicle battery plants that the automaker is building – one is planned for Windsor, Ontario, and another is planned for Indiana – and whether the workers would be unionized.

Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press, 14 Sep. 2022 Long before legislators reached a compromise on the legislation, each company announced three EV battery factories, all joint ventures with battery makers.

CBS News, 14 Sep. 2022 The work of father and son, Peter and John Hyams, will be on display at a joint retrospective at this year’s Oldenburg Film Festival.

Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Sep. 2022

Verb

Texas Tech won its 2021 opener in Houston, but that was the weekend before those four schools got invitations to joint the Big 12.

Stephen Hawkins, Chron, 8 Sep. 2022 While anyone can joint the waitlist, only residents who meet the state’s eligibility criteria and live in one of 17 ZIP codes will be invited to book appointments for the federal doses.

Dallas News, 25 Feb. 2021 To joint the meeting online, go to https://zoom.us/j/97915479743.

Roy Kent, Houston Chronicle, 20 Sep. 2020 The ramen joint in Prospect Lefferts Gardens is offering contactless pickup for everything from all-purpose flour to ramen noodles, homemade miso and stock.

Elspeth Velten, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2020 Hua only jointed Twitter -- which is blocked by China's Great Firewall -- relatively recently, one of a number of Chinese diplomats and foreign ministry officials who have taken to the platform to get their message out.

James Griffiths, CNN, 22 Apr. 2020 Even some of the most expensive hard swimbaits will blow out on a warp-speed retrieve, but Bucca’s jointed Bull Shad (available in sizes as small as 3 inches and up to 9 inches) is made to swim true at any speed.

Pete Robbins, Field & Stream, 2 Mar. 2020 Four years ago, Manchester native Unger and her family purchased Tuck Shop from DJ Fernandes, lending the popular Coronado joint a little European spit and polish, but largely leaving its homey, comfort food vibe intact.

Dominic Armato, azcentral, 17 Jan. 2020 Buffalo Spot This fast-casual wings joint opened two more Valley locations in Goodyear and Mesa.

Priscilla Totiyapungprasert, azcentral, 3 Feb. 2020 See More

Kids Definition

joint 1 of 2

noun

ˈjȯint

: a point where two bones of the skeleton come together usually in a way that allows motion

The knee is a joint.

: a place where two things or parts are joined

The pipe has a leaky joint.

: a part of a plant stem where a leaf or branch develops

: a business establishment

a fried chicken joint

joint

2 of 2

adjective

: joined together

The joint effect of wind and rain caused erosion.

: done by or shared by two or more

a joint bank account

joint 1 of 2

adjective

as in collective

used or done by a number of people as a group a joint effort by residents of the neighborhood to help reduce crime

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

collective
collaborative
mutual
combined
communal
shared
cooperative
conjoint
united
concerted
multiple
public
pooled
bilateral
reciprocal
synergistic
common
general
mass
synergic
symbiotic
conjunct
consensual
generic
two-way
universal
popular

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

single
unilateral
sole
individual
personal
exclusive
private
solitary
separate
independent
several
special
one-man
particular
one-sided
one-way
specialized
esoteric

joint

2 of 2

noun

as in junction

a place where two or more things are united the leak was found at a joint in the pipe

Synonyms & Similar Words

junction
joining
intersection
coupling
join
jointure
connection
juncture
tie
link
meeting
confluence
union
articulation
seam
interconnection
nexus
attachment
suture
abutment
concourse

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

separation
crack
fissure
gap
rift
crevice
cleft

as in place

a building, room, or suite of rooms occupied by a service business let's go to the local burger joint

Synonyms & Similar Words

place
establishment
facility
house
spot
parlor
club
salon
station
installation
hole
den
dive

as in penitentiary

slang a place of confinement for persons held in lawful custody violate your probation and you'll be back in the joint in short order, loser

Synonyms & Similar Words

penitentiary
jail
prison
hock
pen
coop
big house
lockup
brig
jailhouse
cooler
jug
slam
slammer
cage
guardroom
calaboose
clink
bridewell
hold
stockade
can
tank
hoosegow
pokey
nick
bastille
cell
bull pen
tolbooth
stir
ward
hole
quod
dungeon
prison camp
labor camp
concentration camp
work camp
block
glasshouse
keep
hulk(s)
guardhouse
reform school
stalag
gulag
reformatory
training school
oubliette

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

outside

单词	joint
释义	joint 1 of 3 noun ˈjȯint plural joints 1 a(1) : the point of contact between elements of an animal skeleton with the parts that surround and support it the hip joint (2) : node sense 5b b : a part or space included between two articulations, knots, or nodes 2 a : a place where two things or parts are joined a joint between two pieces of timber b : a space between the adjacent surfaces of two bodies (such as bricks) joined and held together (as by cement or mortar) c : a fracture or crack in rock not accompanied by dislocation d : the flexing part of a cover along either spine edge of a book e : the junction of two or more members of a framed structure f : a union formed by two abutting rails in a track including the elements (such as bars and bolts) necessary to hold the abutting rails together g : an area at which two ends, surfaces, or edges are attached 3 a : a shabby or disreputable place of entertainment a cheap joint b : place, establishment a hamburger joint c slang : prison sense 2 spent five years in the joint 4 : a marijuana cigarette smoking a joint 5 chiefly British : a large piece of meat for roasting a joint of beef jointed ˈjȯin-təd adjective jointedly adverb jointedness noun joint 2 of 3 adjective 1 : united, combined the joint influences of culture and climate 2 : common to two or more: such as a(1) : involving the united activity of two or more a joint effort (2) : constituting an activity, operation, or organization in which elements of more than one armed service participate joint maneuvers (3) : constituting an action or expression of two or more governments joint peace talks b : shared by or affecting two or more a joint fine 3 : united, joined, or sharing with another (as in a right or status) joint heirs 4 mathematics : being a function of or involving two or more variables and especially random variables a joint probability density function jointly adverb joint 3 of 3 verb jointed; jointing; joints transitive verb 1 a : to unite by a joint : fit together joint two boards her elbows and shoulders are jointed wrong Irish Digest b : to provide with a joint : articulate c : to prepare (something, such as a board) for joining by planing the edge 2 : to separate the joints of joint a piece of meat intransitive verb 1 : to fit as if by joints the stones joint neatly 2 : to form joints as a stage in growth —used especially of small grains Phrases out of joint 1 a of a bone : having the head slipped from its socket b : at variance 2 a : disordered sense 2a b : being out of humor : dissatisfied losing put him out of joint Synonyms Noun connection coupling join joining jointure junction juncture Adjective collaborative collective combined common communal concerted conjoint conjunct cooperative multiple mutual pooled public shared united See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun She's been having pain in her muscles and joints. seal the joints of the pipes Adjective filing a joint tax return They had a joint account at the bank. divorced parents who have joint custody of their child Recent Examples on the Web Noun At the time, there were almost no Native American restaurants in the country, apart from Tocabe, a beloved fry-bread joint in Denver, and the Mitsitam Native Foods Café, in Washington, D.C. Carolyn Kormann, The New Yorker, 12 Sep. 2022 Above the restaurant is the hotel’s 363 Lounge, whose cocktail program was designed by Thanos Prunarus, the founder of the Athens bar Baba Au Rum, generally regarded as the top cocktail joint in the Greek capital. Jessie Heyman, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2022 Still, other evidence points a finger at chronic physical conditions like irritable bowel syndrome or disorders of the temporomandibular joint in the jaw. Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 4 Aug. 2022 The old Tastee-Freez has given way to a Guatemalan chicken joint. Washington Post, 19 May 2022 In addition to the Ross-Tame Impala joint, the soundtrack features covers of disco era classics covered by an eclectic lineup of contemporary artists including H.E.R., Phoebe Bridgers, St. Vincent, Thundercat, RZA, and Caroline Polachek. Kat Bouza, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2022 Those from the south, who often delve up to the second joint or even higher—squeezing their curd rice into a ball with the palm of their hand, for instance—are seen as totally déclassé. Chandrahas Choudhury, WSJ, 5 Mar. 2022 But there are commonalities: A family-run joint that serves hearty portions of seafood and steak proceeded by a relish tray, soup or salad and fresh-baked bread. Chelsey Lewis, Journal Sentinel, 1 Sep. 2022 The condition can affect any joint but is most commonly found in the hands, knees, hips and spine. Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2022 Adjective So far this election cycle, pro-27 forces have spent $87.3 million while an anti-27 effort has shelled out $56.4 million and a joint pro-26, anti-27 effort has spent nearly $29 million. David K. Li, NBC News, 15 Sep. 2022 George Gascón declined an invitation by Villanueva to create a joint-agency task force. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 Odis Brockman, a spokesperson for Flagstaff police, said state and federal officers were conducting a joint operation within Flagstaff when the shooting occurred around 3:30 p.m. Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 15 Sep. 2022 The opposing parties earlier this month filed a joint juror questionnaire containing 56 questions designed to sniff out conflicts of interest, biases, covid concerns and other possible roadblocks to a fair trial. Erik Wemple, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2022 Since 2019, Iran, Russia and China have held three joint naval drills amid deepening ties. Nectar Gan, CNN, 14 Sep. 2022 He was asked about the joint electric vehicle battery plants that the automaker is building – one is planned for Windsor, Ontario, and another is planned for Indiana – and whether the workers would be unionized. Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press, 14 Sep. 2022 Long before legislators reached a compromise on the legislation, each company announced three EV battery factories, all joint ventures with battery makers. CBS News, 14 Sep. 2022 The work of father and son, Peter and John Hyams, will be on display at a joint retrospective at this year’s Oldenburg Film Festival. Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Sep. 2022 Verb Texas Tech won its 2021 opener in Houston, but that was the weekend before those four schools got invitations to joint the Big 12. Stephen Hawkins, Chron, 8 Sep. 2022 While anyone can joint the waitlist, only residents who meet the state’s eligibility criteria and live in one of 17 ZIP codes will be invited to book appointments for the federal doses. Dallas News, 25 Feb. 2021 To joint the meeting online, go to https://zoom.us/j/97915479743. Roy Kent, Houston Chronicle, 20 Sep. 2020 The ramen joint in Prospect Lefferts Gardens is offering contactless pickup for everything from all-purpose flour to ramen noodles, homemade miso and stock. Elspeth Velten, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2020 Hua only jointed Twitter -- which is blocked by China's Great Firewall -- relatively recently, one of a number of Chinese diplomats and foreign ministry officials who have taken to the platform to get their message out. James Griffiths, CNN, 22 Apr. 2020 Even some of the most expensive hard swimbaits will blow out on a warp-speed retrieve, but Bucca’s jointed Bull Shad (available in sizes as small as 3 inches and up to 9 inches) is made to swim true at any speed. Pete Robbins, Field & Stream, 2 Mar. 2020 Four years ago, Manchester native Unger and her family purchased Tuck Shop from DJ Fernandes, lending the popular Coronado joint a little European spit and polish, but largely leaving its homey, comfort food vibe intact. Dominic Armato, azcentral, 17 Jan. 2020 Buffalo Spot This fast-casual wings joint opened two more Valley locations in Goodyear and Mesa. Priscilla Totiyapungprasert, azcentral, 3 Feb. 2020 See More Word History Etymology Noun and Verb Middle English jointe, from Anglo-French, from joindre — see join entry 1 Adjective Middle English, from Anglo-French, from past participle of joindre — see join entry 1 First Known Use Noun 13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1) Adjective 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Verb 1530, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 2 Phrases Containing joint joint resolution clip joint joint-stock company all over the joint lap joint miter joint hip joint joint account joint compound joint custody nose out of joint out of joint synovial joint strip joint butt joint ball-and-socket joint hinge joint rabbet joint ball joint stink up the joint juke joint knuckle joint universal joint the joint See More joint resolution clip joint joint-stock company all over the joint lap joint miter joint hip joint joint account joint compound joint custody nose out of joint out of joint synovial joint strip joint butt joint ball-and-socket joint hinge joint rabbet joint ball joint stink up the joint juke joint knuckle joint universal joint the joint See More Kids Definition joint 1 of 2 noun ˈjȯint 1 : a point where two bones of the skeleton come together usually in a way that allows motion The knee is a joint. 2 : a place where two things or parts are joined The pipe has a leaky joint. 3 : a part of a plant stem where a leaf or branch develops 4 : a business establishment a fried chicken joint joint 2 of 2 adjective 1 : joined together The joint effect of wind and rain caused erosion. 2 : done by or shared by two or more a joint bank account Medical Definition joint noun ˈjȯint : the point of contact between elements of an animal skeleton whether movable or rigidly fixed together with the surrounding and supporting parts (as membranes, tendons, or ligaments) the capsule of the shoulder joint Legal Definition joint adjective 1 : common to two or more: as a : involving the combined activity or negligence of two or more a joint tort see also joint tortfeasor compare several b : shared by or affecting two or more as a unit a joint account 2 : united, joined, or sharing with another (as in a right or status) joint heirs joint 1 of 2 adjective as in collective used or done by a number of people as a group a joint effort by residents of the neighborhood to help reduce crime Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance collective collaborative mutual combined communal shared cooperative conjoint united concerted multiple public pooled bilateral reciprocal synergistic common general mass synergic symbiotic conjunct consensual generic two-way universal popular Antonyms & Near Antonyms single unilateral sole individual personal exclusive private solitary separate independent several special one-man particular one-sided one-way specialized esoteric See More joint 2 of 2 noun 1 as in junction a place where two or more things are united the leak was found at a joint in the pipe Synonyms & Similar Words junction joining intersection coupling join jointure connection juncture tie link meeting confluence union articulation seam interconnection nexus attachment suture abutment concourse Antonyms & Near Antonyms separation crack fissure gap rift crevice cleft See More 2 as in place a building, room, or suite of rooms occupied by a service business let's go to the local burger joint Synonyms & Similar Words place establishment facility house spot parlor club salon station installation hole den dive 3 as in penitentiary slang a place of confinement for persons held in lawful custody violate your probation and you'll be back in the joint in short order, loser Synonyms & Similar Words penitentiary jail prison hock pen coop big house lockup brig jailhouse cooler jug slam slammer cage guardroom calaboose clink bridewell hold stockade can tank hoosegow pokey nick bastille cell bull pen tolbooth stir ward hole quod dungeon prison camp labor camp concentration camp work camp block glasshouse keep hulk(s) guardhouse reform school stalag gulag reformatory training school oubliette Antonyms & Near Antonyms outside Phrases Containing joint out of joint out of joint
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