joinery

[ joi-nuh-ree ]

/ ˈdʒɔɪ nə ri /

the craft or trade of a joiner.

woodwork made by a joiner.

Origin of joinery

First recorded in 1670–80; joiner + -y³

As a substitute for glue in joinery work, bookbinding, &c., it has proved of little value.

Researches on Cellulose |C. F. Cross
He saw now, not merely the windows and loopholes, but the joinery of the stones in their courses.

The Prince of India, Volume I |Lew. Wallace
The whole apartment presents a finished specimen of joinery, with a tasteful display of ornamental carving.

The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction |Various
The Howards employ from 150 to 200 hands on cabinet making and joinery alone.

British Manufacturing Industries |L. Arnoux

And I was in Japan—the Japan of cabinets and joinery, gracious folk and fair manners.

From Sea to Sea |Rudyard Kipling

joinery

/ (ˈdʒɔɪnərɪ) /

the skill or craft of a joiner

work made by a joiner