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joining

JOY-nihng

Joining (noun) means the point or seam where two things meet or are fastened together. Example: “You can just about see the joining in the wallpaper pattern.”

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The point or seam where two things meet or are fastened together.
"You can just about see the joining in the wallpaper pattern."

How to Use Joining

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In plain EnglishThe place, or act, of two things being connected.

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joinings plural

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “joining” mean?

The word “joining” means the point or seam where two things meet or are fastened together. In plain terms, the place, or act, of two things being connected.

How do you pronounce “joining”?

“Joining” is pronounced JOY-nihng (/ˈd͡ʒɔɪnɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “joining” in a sentence?

Here is “joining” used in a sentence: “You can just about see the joining in the wallpaper pattern.”

What part of speech is “joining”?

“Joining” is a noun.

Is “joining” a common word?

“Joining” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is an example of a joining?

In this sense, a joining is the point where two things meet or are fastened. Examples include the seam where two pieces of fabric are sewn together, the place where two pipes connect, or the join between two lengths of wood. It names the meeting point itself.

What is the difference between a joining and a joint?

The two are closely related. A joint is usually a defined connection or junction, such as a carpentry joint or a joint in the body. A joining refers more generally to the point or seam where two things meet or are fastened, and it can also describe the act of connecting them.

Where are joinings commonly found?

Joinings appear wherever separate parts are connected. In sewing they are the seams between fabric pieces; in plumbing, where pipes couple together; in carpentry and construction, where beams or boards meet; and in welding, where two metal edges are fused. Each is a point where materials are fastened.

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