conjoined

[kuhn-joind]

adjective

1. joined together, united, or linked.

2. Numismatics.,  accolated.

Other Word Forms

• conjoinedly adverb
• unconjoined adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of conjoined¹

First recorded in 1560–70; conjoin + -ed ²

Example Sentences

In Donald J. Trump, the various species of ugly American have reached their conjoined apotheosis.

From Salon

A parasitic twin is an underdeveloped conjoined twin that relies entirely on the host twin for survival.

From BBC

She was told there was a local superstition against women eating them, over debunked claims it may lead to conjoined twins.

From BBC

The actress, who has portrayed famous public figures and even a pair of conjoined twins, says her current role on Broadway has been the most challenging.

From New York Times

Lori and George Schappell, conjoined twins whose skulls were partly fused but who managed to lead independent lives, died on April 7 in Philadelphia.

From New York Times

Related Words

• involved 
• married 
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• united