Joint"er (?), n.

1.

One who, or that which, joints.

2.

A plane for smoothing the surfaces of pieces which are to be accurately joined

; especially: (a)

The longest plane used by a joiner

. (b) Coopering

A long stationary plane, for plaining the edges of barrel staves.

3. Masonry (a)

A bent piece of iron inserted to strengthen the joints of a wall.

(b)

A tool for pointing the joints in brickwork.

 

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