junction

[ˈdʒʌŋkʃən]

junction Definition

• 1. a point where two or more things are joined
• 2. a place where two or more roads or railway lines meet and cross each other
• 3. a connection between two or more electrical circuits

Using junction: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "junction" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The junction of the two rivers is a popular spot for fishing.

• Example

  Take the second left after the junction.

• Example

  The train was delayed due to a problem at the junction.

• Example

  The junction box connects all the wires in the house.

junction Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for junction

• intersection
• crossing
• confluence
• link
• joint

Antonyms for junction

• disconnection
• separation

Idioms Using junction

• at the junction of something

  at the point where two or more things meet or intersect

  Example

  The town is located at the junction of two major highways.

• junction shopping center

  a shopping center located at a highway junction, often with easy access from multiple directions

  Example

  Let's stop at the junction shopping center to grab some food on our road trip.

• junction fever

  a feeling of excitement or anticipation when approaching a highway junction or interchange

  Example

  I always get junction fever when I'm driving on the highway and see a big interchange coming up.

Phrases with junction

• junction point

  a point where two or more things meet or intersect

  Example

  The junction point of the two roads is a busy intersection.

• junction box

  an enclosure containing electrical connections, used to connect wires

  Example

  The electrician installed a new junction box in the basement.

• junction station

  a railway station where two or more lines meet and passengers can change trains

  Example

  We had to change trains at the junction station to get to our destination.

Origins of junction

from Latin 'junctio', meaning 'a joining'

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Summary: junction in Brief

The term 'junction' [ˈdʒʌŋkʃən] refers to a point where two or more things meet, such as roads, rivers, or electrical circuits. It can also refer to a place where roads or railways cross each other. Examples include 'The junction of the two rivers' and 'Take the second left after the junction.' 'Junction' extends into phrases like 'junction point,' and idioms like 'at the junction of something,' denoting a meeting or intersection.