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joinder

noun join·der \ˈjin-dər\

Definition of JOINDER

1
:  conjunction 1
2
a (1) :  a joining of parties as plaintiffs or defendants in a suit (2) :  a joining of causes of action or defense
b :  acceptance of an issue tendered
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Origin of JOINDER

Anglo-French joinder, joindre, fr joindre to join
First Known Use: 1601

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