Join: meaning, definitions and examples

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join

 

[ dʒɔɪn ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

together

To bring or put together to form a single unit or entity.

Synonyms

combine, merge, unite

Examples of usage

  • We decided to join our efforts to achieve our common goal.
  • She asked me to join her for a cup of coffee.
Context #2 | Verb

group

To become a member or part of a group or organization.

Synonyms

become a member, enroll, sign up

Examples of usage

  • I would like to join the club and participate in their activities.
  • He joined the team and started training with them.
Context #3 | Noun

online

A connection between two or more people in an online platform.

Synonyms

connection, invitation, link

Examples of usage

  • I sent you a join request so we can chat online.
  • The join button allows you to enter the virtual meeting room.

Translations

Translations of the word "join" in other languages:

🇵🇹 juntar

🇮🇳 मिलना

🇩🇪 beitreten

🇮🇩 bergabung

🇺🇦 приєднатися

🇵🇱 dołączyć

🇯🇵 参加する (sanka suru)

🇫🇷 rejoindre

🇪🇸 unirse

🇹🇷 katılmak

🇰🇷 참여하다 (chamyeohada)

🇸🇦 انضم

🇨🇿 připojit se

🇸🇰 pripojiť sa

🇨🇳 加入 (jiārù)

🇸🇮 pridružiti se

🇮🇸 taka þátt

🇰🇿 қосылу

🇬🇪 შეერთება

🇦🇿 qoşulmaq

🇲🇽 unirse

Etymology

The word 'join' originated from the Old French word 'joindre' which means 'to connect'. It entered the English language in the 13th century. Over time, 'join' has evolved to represent the action of bringing things or people together, forming connections, or becoming a part of a group or organization.

See also: adjoin, conjoin, enjoin, joinable, joined, joiner, joinery, joining, rejoin, rejoinder, rejoining.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,135, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.