early 14c. (late 12c. as a surname), joynour "maker of furniture, small boxes, etc.," from Old French joigneor "joiner, carpenter," agent noun from joindre "to join" (see 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.
雙語(yǔ)例句
1. The joiner's coming to fit the new door on next week.
木匠下星期要來(lái)把新門(mén)裝上.
來(lái)自辭典例句
2. William Maugridge , joiner, but a most exquisite mechanic , and a solid , sensible man.