joiner

noun

join·​er ˈjȯi-nər 

: one that joins: such as

a

: a person whose occupation is to construct articles by joining pieces of wood

b

: a gregarious or civic-minded person who joins many organizations

Examples of joiner in a Sentence

He's not a joiner. He prefers to do things by himself.

Recent Examples on the Web

The new-joiner’s argument for a cut—of however much—is clear. — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2025

Americans were once a nation of joiners who participated in groups like the Boy Scouts, the Rotary Club and bowling leagues. — John Blake, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025

The resistance has lifelong joiners, alumni from environmental and housing movements and young organizers. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026

Each lever requires an accurate terminal calculation; each new joiner requires correct tax registration and social security enrollment. — Alex Daruty, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for joiner

• coiner

Kids Definition

joiner

noun

join·​er ˈjȯi-nər 

1

: a woodworker who constructs articles by joining pieces of wood

2

: a person who joins many organizations