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joining

noun join·ing \ˈjȯi-niŋ\

Definition of JOINING

1

: the act or an instance of joining one thing to another : juncture

2

a : the place or manner of being joined together

b : something that joins two things together

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First Known Use of JOINING

14th century

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Synonyms: connection, coupling, join, joint, jointure, junction, juncture

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