joint
The word 'joint' has very different meanings depending on the context. When talking about the body or construction, it is a standard noun. When used as an adjective (like 'joint account'), it means shared. This is common in legal and financial contexts. In casual conversation, calling a place a 'joint' (e.g., 'a burger joint') is informal slang. Depending on the context, referring to a 'joint' can also be a slang term for a hand-rolled marijuana cigarette.
💬Casual Conversation
this burger joint is mid. don't let the reviews fool you.
lmao imagine paying for a meal that tastes like cardboard.
Meanings
A structure in the human or animal body at which two parts of the skeleton are fitted together, allowing some degree of movement.
"The athlete suffered a severe injury to her knee joint."
A point where two things are joined together.
"Check the joints of the pipe for any signs of leaking."
Shared, held, or made by two or more people together.
"They decided to open a joint bank account after getting married."
Slang for a place of business, often a restaurant or bar, or specifically a marijuana cigarette.
"We found a little burger joint on the corner of the street."
To connect or join two or more things together.
"The carpenter used glue to joint the pieces of wood."