joinder

/ˈdʒɔɪndər/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of joining or uniting two or more things, especially in a court of law.

“The judge allowed the joinder of the two defendants in the trial.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is joined or united with something else.

“The joinder of the new member brought a fresh perspective to the team.”

3. noun

A written statement or document that requests the joining of two or more cases or parties in a lawsuit.

“The plaintiff submitted a joinder motion to combine the two lawsuits.”

4. verb

To join or unite two or more things, especially in a court of law.

“The lawyer will joinder the two cases in the upcoming hearing.”

Synonyms

  • combination
  • union

Antonyms

  • division
  • separation