Joinery: meaning, definitions and examples

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joinery

[ ˈdʒɔɪnəri ]

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woodworking

The art or trade of working with wood to construct furniture and other wooden objects.

Synonyms

cabinetmaking, carpentry, woodworking

Examples of usage

His joinery skills are exceptional.
She learned the basics of joinery in her woodworking class.

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architecture

The craft or business of a joiner, especially in the construction of doors, windows, and stairs.

Synonyms

carpentry, craftsmanship, woodworking

Examples of usage

The joinery in this house is beautifully crafted.
The intricate joinery of the staircase is a work of art.

Translations

Translations of the word "joinery" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marcenaria

🇮🇳 बढ़ईगीरी

🇩🇪 Schreinerei

🇮🇩 pertukangan kayu

🇺🇦 столярство

🇵🇱 stolarstwo

🇯🇵 木工

🇫🇷 menuiserie

🇪🇸 carpintería

🇹🇷 marangozluk

🇰🇷 목공

🇸🇦 النجارة

🇨🇿 truhlářství

🇸🇰 stolárstvo

🇨🇳 木工

🇸🇮 mizarstvo

🇮🇸 trésmíði

🇰🇿 ағаш шеберлігі

🇬🇪 ხის დამუშავება

🇦🇿 dülgərlik

🇲🇽 carpintería

Word origin

The term 'joinery' originated from Middle English 'joynerie', which derived from Old French 'joiner' (a carpenter), and ultimately from Latin 'iungere' (to join). Joinery has been an essential part of woodworking and construction for centuries, evolving into a skilled craft that involves precision and expertise in working with wood.