Word noun
joining
n.
US /ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/ UK /dʒˈɔɪnɪŋ/ join·ing UK spelling joinings
Definition
- 01 B1 Intermediate
the act of bringing two or more things together to make them one.
the action or process of connecting or combining separate entities into a single unit.
Simple“The joining of the two companies created the largest bank in the country.”
In context“The successful joining of these two distinct political movements required months of delicate negotiation and compromise on both sides.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
the place where two things are fixed together.
the physical point or line where two or more parts are attached or meet.
Simple“You can see a small gap at the joining of the two pipes.”
In context“The carpenter ensured that the joining of the table legs to the frame was seamless and structurally sound.”
This entry
Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Common
Updated