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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The derailment was caused by an overheated journal box that led to an axle breaking as the train passed through the junction.

— USA Today, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
To counteract this, daily calf stretches are recommended to decrease strain and tension along the musculotendinous junction of the Achilles tendon.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of junction

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Instead of rigid steel, track sections over the bridge’s expansion joints rest on 43-foot-long steel platforms supported by flexing seismic bearings.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026
Kirbee’s, a Texas barbecue joint from Goldee’s BBQ co-founder Jonny White and pitmaster Chuck Charnichart, is launching in Brooklyn, New York, serving brisket, ribs and Charnichart’s signature green spaghetti.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Aug. 2026

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