joining
nounUK /ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/
US /ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/
the act of putting things or people together.
The joining of the two pieces of wood made a strong table.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. becoming a member of a group or club.
Her joining the team made everyone happy.
3. the place where two things are fixed together.
Water leaked through the joining in the pipe.
4. meeting or coming together with someone.
He is joining us for dinner tonight.