Definition

A person who works with wood to create furniture or other items, or someone who likes to join groups and organizations.

Example

The joiner crafted a beautiful cabinet for the living room.

Conversation

Are you going to that club meeting later?

Yeah, I heard it's a great way to meet other joiners.

I think being a joiner helps you make a lot of connections.

Absolutely! It's nice to see so many people getting involved.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Joiner → It is formed from "join" (from Old French *joindre*, meaning to connect or unite) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A joiner is a person who connects or unites things, often in the context of woodworking or construction.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'connects' things together — that's what a joiner does, as they are a person who joins.

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