Joint

Definition

A point at which parts of an artificial or natural structure are joined together.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Adjective
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /dʒɔɪnt/
• Respelling: JOYNT (with "JOYNT" as in "point")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /dʒɔɪnt/
• Respelling: JOYNT (with "JOYNT" as in "point")

In both dialects, "joint" places the primary stress on the entire word, "JOYNT." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "JOYNT."

Etymology

Derived from the Old French word "joint", which means a part of the body where two bones meet and move in conjunction with each other. This, in turn, originated from the Latin word "junctus", the past participle of "jungere", meaning "to join".

Derivatives

• Jointly (adverb)
• Join (verb)
• Jointure (noun)
• Jointed (adjective)
• Conjoint (adjective)

Synonyms

• Connection
• Link
• Nexus

Antonyms

• Division
• Disconnection
• Separation

Usage

Joints are crucial in various contexts, including anatomy, engineering, and carpentry. They allow movement and flexibility in the human body and create connections in structures and objects.

Related Terms

• Ligament
• Tendon
• Articulation
• Conjunction
• Nexus

Detailed Definition

Noun

• Joint (Noun): A point at which parts of an artificial structure are joined.
  • Example: "The joint between the two pieces of wood was reinforced with glue."

• Joint (Noun, Anatomy): A structure in the human or animal body at which two parts of the skeleton are fitted together.
  • Example: "The knee is the largest joint in the human body."

• Joint (Noun, Slang): A place, usually a restaurant or club, where people meet for entertainment.
  • Example: "They decided to hang out at a local joint after work."

Adjective

• Joint (Adjective): Shared, held, or made by two or more people, parties, or organizations together.
  • Example: "The two companies issued a joint statement."

Verb

• Joint (Verb): To fit or fasten (something) together, especially with a joint.
  • Example: "The carpenter jointed the pieces of the frame together."