noun
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the act of joining, esp in legal contexts
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law
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(in pleading) the stage at which the parties join issue ( joinder of issue )
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the joining of two or more persons as coplaintiffs or codefendants ( joinder of parties )
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the joining of two or more causes in one suit
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Etymology
Origin of joinder
From the French word joindre, dating back to 1595–1605. See join, -er 3
Example Sentences
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"The additional defendants all now consent to joinder," said Tim Lord of Brick Court Chambers, according to a transcript here of the proceedings.
From Reuters ● Jul. 16, 2021
"Given the strength of Mr. Ble Goude's defense at confirmation, all prosecutorial talk of a joinder is wishful thinking," he said in an email to The Associated Press.
From US News ● Nov. 4, 2014
"He to whom a thing is granted shall have the benefit of joinder from the persona of his grantor."
From The Common Law by Holmes, Oliver Wendell
Life in Constantinople now comprehended two of the ultimate excellencies to him, Princess Irene and Christ—and their joinder in the argument he took to be no offence.
From The Prince of India — Volume 02 by Wallace, Lewis
A wife can not convey or encumber her separate real estate without the joinder of her husband, nor can he do this with his separate real estate unless she joins.
From The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume IV by Harper, Ida Husted
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