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Synonyms for joints


Grammar : Noun
Spell : joint
Phonetic Transcription : dʒɔɪnt

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Définition of joints

Origin :
  • early 15c., "united," from Old French jointiz (adj.) and joint, literally "joined," past participle of joindre (see join (v.)).
  • noun intersection, juncture
  • noun cheap hangout
Example sentences :
  • It has eased my joints, which were somewhat stiff from these years of peace.
  • Extract from : « The White Company » by Arthur Conan Doyle
  • He had all the bones and joints of other men, without any of their proportions.
  • Extract from : « The Last of the Mohicans » by James Fenimore Cooper
  • The flesh of good veal is firm and dry, and the joints stiff.
  • Extract from : « Directions for Cookery, in its Various Branches » by Eliza Leslie
  • If the limbs be swelled, or joints stiff, it will be proper to foment them with warm vinegar, or bathe them in lukewarm water.
  • Extract from : « The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, » by Mary Eaton
  • As with columns, the joints at base and necking are bedded in sheet lead.
  • Extract from : « Byzantine Churches in Constantinople » by Alexander Van Millingen
  • The joints in the pipe should be filled with cement mortar, or should be of a design that will be tight.
  • Extract from : « American Rural Highways » by T. R. Agg
  • The neighbours brought in the joints of beef and mutton, the chickens and the ducks.
  • Extract from : « The Manxman » by Hall Caine
  • He supported her to a chair, where she sank as if all her joints were loosened.
  • Extract from : « The Lion's Skin » by Rafael Sabatini
  • The canes are remarkable for their stoutness and for the crooks at the joints.
  • Extract from : « Manual of American Grape-Growing » by U. P. Hedrick
  • It would rust their joints, short their wiring, and kill them.
  • Extract from : « Acid Bath » by Vaseleos Garson

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