conjunct
/kɒŋˈʤʌkt, ˈkɒŋ.jʌkt/Definitions
1. noun
A word or phrase added to another word or phrase to form a compound word.
“The word ‘blackboard’ is a conjunct of ‘black’ and ‘board’.”
2. verb
To join or connect two or more things.
“The two rivers will conjunct at the delta.”
3. adjective
Joined or connected, especially with the eyes.
“The conjunct eyes of the twins were a remarkable sight.”
4. noun
A small globule of pus or mucus in the corner of the eye, especially due to conjunctivitis.
“The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the conjunct in the patient’s eye.”