joint
word
Definition
A joint is a place where two bones meet and move, such as the knee or elbow. It can also mean something shared or done together, and informally it can mean a marijuana cigarette.
Usage & Nuances
Common in medical and everyday contexts: 'knee joint', 'joint pain'. As an adjective, it often appears in phrases like 'joint effort', 'joint account', and 'joint decision'. The marijuana meaning is informal and depends heavily on context; in some contexts, 'joint' can also informally mean a place or restaurant, but that is a separate colloquial use.
Example Sentences
My knee joint hurts when I run.
basic
They opened a joint bank account.
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The doctor checked every joint in my hand.
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We made a joint decision to move closer to work.
natural
His shoulders are stiff, so he has trouble moving the joint.
natural
He stepped outside to smoke a joint.
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