kəˈmɪʃər

Definitions

1. noun

A joint or junction, especially one that is anatomical, such as a suture or a hinge.

“The surgeon carefully examined the commissure of the patient’s knee.”

2. noun

A point of meeting or junction, especially of two or more roads, rivers, or boundaries.

“The town was situated at the commissure of two major highways.”

3. noun

A seam or joint in a structure, such as a building or a bridge.

“The architect paid close attention to the commissure of the new skyscraper.”

4. noun

A point in a musical composition where different phrases or sections meet.

“The conductor carefully marked the commissure of the symphony to ensure a smooth transition.”