jointer Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a long carpenter's plane used to shape the edges of boards so they will fit together
    long plane; jointing plane; jointer plane.

WordNet

Joint"er noun
Definitions
  1. One who, or that which, joints.
  2. A plane for smoothing the surfaces of pieces which are to be accurately joined; especially: (a) The longest plane used by a joiner. (b) (Coopering) A long stationary plane, for plaining the edges of barrel staves.
  3. (Masonry) (a) A bent piece of iron inserted to strengthen the joints of a wall. (b) A tool for pointing the joints in brickwork.

Webster 1913