jointless
|joint/less|
C1
/ˈdʒɔɪntləs/
without joints
Etymology
Etymology Information
'jointless' originates from the English word 'joint' combined with the suffix '-less', where 'joint' meant 'a point of connection' and '-less' meant 'without'.
Historical Evolution
'joint' transformed from the Old French word 'joint', and eventually became the modern English word 'joint' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without a point of connection', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/14 18:35
