joint — [1] The place where two pieces meet when a structure is made of smaller pieces. [2] A flexible or firm connector between two rods. [3] Connecting point as between two pipes. [4] The location at which two adherends are held together by an adhesive … Dictionary of automotive terms
joint — n. 1) (med.) to dislocate a joint 2) (anatomical) an elbow; hip; knee; shoulder joint 3) (technical) a ball and socket; mortise; riveted; toggle; universal; welded joint 4) (misc.) (slang) to case a joint ( to inspect a place before robbing if )… … Combinatory dictionary
ball — A sphere usually made of metal when used in automotive applications. Also see ball and spring ball bearing ball joint ball joint rocker arm check ball detent ball and spring hitch ball impact swivel ball universal joint … Dictionary of automotive terms
Universal joint — Joint Joint (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Joint — (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or junction; junction; … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Joint bolt — Joint Joint (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Joint chair — Joint Joint (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Joint coupling — Joint Joint (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Joint hinge — Joint Joint (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Joint splice — Joint Joint (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Joint stool — Joint Joint (joint), n. [F. joint, fr. joindre, p. p. joint. See {Join}.] [1913 Webster] 1. The place or part where two things or parts are joined or united; the union of two or more smooth or even surfaces admitting of a close fitting or… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English