joining function
nounUK /ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ ˈfʌŋkʃən/
US /ˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ ˈfʌŋkʃən/
A joining function is a job that puts two things together.
The glue's joining function keeps the two pieces of wood stuck together.
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2. In math, a joining function is a rule that combines two sets or values into one.
The joining function merged the two lists into a single list.
3. In computing, a joining function is a command that links data from two tables.
The database used a joining function to match names with addresses.
4. In grammar, a joining function is the job of a word that links phrases or sentences.
The word 'and' has a joining function in the sentence.