joiner
Americannoun
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a person or thing that joins.
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a carpenter, especially one who constructs doors, window sashes, paneling, and other permanent woodwork.
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a person who belongs to many clubs, associations, societies, etc., often from indiscriminate enthusiasm, for increased status, to make business or social contacts, or the like.
noun
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a person trained and skilled in making finished woodwork, such as windows, doors, and stairs
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a person or thing that joins
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informal a person who joins many clubs, causes, etc
Etymology
Origin of joiner
1350–1400; join + -er 1; replacing Middle English joinour < Anglo-French joignour, equivalent to joign- ( join ) + -our -or 2
Vocabulary lists containing joiner
Example Sentences
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She sees more young people getting involved, including herself, a serial joiner who has lived in the area for five years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
With the help of her local joiner, Jordan Walters, she has gutted the top floor apartment in Great King Street - and uncovered a 1940s treasure trove under the floorboards.
From BBC ● May 4, 2026
You don’t seem like a joiner to me.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2026
People with knowledge of crofting and skills as an electrician, joiner or working with boats are among those being sought for the tenancy.
From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2026
"I am sure I don't know, Wiseli," said the joiner, gently.
From Heimatlos Two stories for children, and for those who love children by Spyri, Johanna
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