junction

Word parts

join + -tion

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈd͡ʒʌŋkʃən/

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Noun

Singular junction

Plural junctions

1. (countable) A junction is a place where different things of the same kind come together, especially roads.

   It's at the junction of Pearl and Cherry streets in busy Franklin Square.

Synonyms

• join
• connection
• joint
• link
• intersection

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  A road sign for a T-junction
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  Railroad junctions
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  Electrical junctions
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  An electrical junction box