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clip joint

American  

noun

  1. Slang. a business, especially a place of entertainment, that makes a practice of overcharging or cheating customers.

  2. Masonry. a mortar joint made higher than usual in order to level the course above.

clip joint British  

noun

  1. slang a place, such as a nightclub or restaurant, in which customers are overcharged

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Etymology

Origin of clip joint

An Americanism dating back to 1930–35

Example Sentences

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Last week's clip joint looked at some of the greatest plane crashes in film history.

From The Guardian • Feb. 7, 2013

If you've got an idea for a future clip joint, email [email protected].

From The Guardian • Jan. 23, 2013

Photograph: Alamy This week's clip joint is by Declan McKenna, who blogs at www.thefastpictureshow.com.

From The Guardian • Dec. 12, 2012

To illustrate their range, this clip joint intends to give selected rabbits their moment in the headlights.

From The Guardian • Dec. 12, 2012

Don't worry: clip joint has scoured cinema to come up with five top tips to the best fancy dress disguises.

From The Guardian • Oct. 27, 2010

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