joining

(noun) the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication). Synonyms: connection, connexion. Examples: "The joining of hands around the table." "There was a connection via the internet."

(verb) become part of; become a member of a group or organization. Synonyms: join, fall in, get together. Example: "He joined the communist party as a young man."

(verb) cause to become joined or linked. Synonyms: join, bring together. Example: "Join these two parts so that they fit together."

(verb) come into the company of. Synonyms: join. Example: "She joined him for a drink."

(verb) make contact or come together. Synonyms: join, conjoin. Example: "The two roads join here."

(verb) be or become joined or united or linked. Synonyms: connect, link, link up, join, unite. Examples: "The two streets connect to become a highway." "Our paths joined." "The travelers linked up again at the airport."