Synonyms:
joining, connection, connexion
Meaning: the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication); "the joining of hands around the table"; "there was a connection via the internet"
Usage examples
I can't imagine a Bates joining church."
"Yes, and send us one," added Tom, joining his chum.
We're winning!" yelled Tom, Ned joining in the shout.
I was in practice for several years before joining the museum."
"If that is joining church, it's the easiest thing in the world," said Kate.
"Your brandy," resumed the other, coming over and joining him, "is abominable.
'That must be Grace's child,' said old Mrs. Platt, coming up and joining in the conversation.
He had come, he declared, with no other thought than that of joining them, and turning Iroquois, as they had done.
Beyond that next hall there should be the tongue of flooring, crossing the amphitheatre and joining the platform of the idols.
He therefore declared his intention of joining her with himself in the supreme power, and to celebrate this event by a solemn coronation.