JOINTURE Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

jointure

noun

ˈjȯin-chər

Definition of jointure

as in junction

a place where two or more things are united every jointure in the roof of the harbor tunnel shows signs of leakage

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Located at the junction of three continents—Europe, Asia, and Africa—the region has historically been a crossroads for conquerors, peoples, trade, and ideas.

— Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026
But at the junction of Sexta Calle and Tercera Avenida, Molly’s feet drag.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2026

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When Russians discovered karaoke, thousands of venues sprang up, from cheap sushi joints to lavish establishments where an orchestra and backup singers accompanied anyone willing to step onto the stage and, for a few minutes, feel like a star.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
According to William, the only way his dad could uncoil his nerves was with a joint.

— Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026

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