joiner

joiner
joiner (n.) early 14c. (late 12c. as a surname), joynour "maker of furniture, small boxes, etc.," from O.Fr. joigneor "joiner, carpenter," agent noun from joindre "to join" (see JOIN (Cf. join)). A craftsman who did lighter and more ornamental work than a carpenter. Meaning "one who makes a habit of joining" (societies, clubs, etc.) is from 1890. Related: Joinery.

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