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JOIST

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Joist.

Joist - as a noun

Beam used to support floors or roofs

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beam
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Joist - as a verb

To fit or furnish with joists.

Example Sentences

"The construction workers installed the joists to support the floor beams."
"The old wooden joists in the attic were rotting and needed to be replaced."
"Please make sure the joists are properly aligned before attaching the roof trusses."
"The weight of the heavy books caused the joist to crack and sag."
"The carpenter measured and cut the joist to fit perfectly into the framework."
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Word Game Points

Is JOIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, joist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

JOIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is JOIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, joist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
JOIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is JOIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, joist is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
JOIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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