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lap joint

 

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Noun lap joint has 1 sense
  1. lap joint, splice - joint made by overlapping two ends and joining them together
    --1 is a kind of joint

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Lap Joint

Noun: Engineering

A lap joint refers to a type of joint where two pieces of material overlap and are fastened together. It is commonly used in woodworking, metalworking, and various structural applications to create a strong joint.

Example sentence:

The carpenter used a lap joint to securely connect the two pieces of wood.

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Noun: Anatomy

In anatomy, a lap joint refers to the type of joint where two bone ends overlap without any synovial cavity. This joint allows limited movement and is commonly found in the skull and pelvis.

Example sentence:

The lap joint between the sacrum and ilium provides stability to the pelvis.

Adjective: Popular

Describing something as a lap joint in a popular context can imply it being trendy, well-liked, or commonly followed by a large group of people.

Example sentence:

The new restaurant in town has become a lap joint among food enthusiasts.

Adjective: Local

Referring to something as a lap joint in a local context indicates its connection or relevance to the immediate vicinity or a specific area.

Example sentence:

The tiny bookstore became a lap joint meeting place for local book lovers.

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