joinder Meaning, Definition & Usage

Join"der noun
Etymology
F. joindre. See Join, v. t.
Definitions
  1. The act of joining; a putting together; conjunction.
    Confirmed by mutual joinder of your hands. Shak.
  2. (Law) (a) A joining of parties as plaintiffs or defendants in a suit. (b) Acceptance of an issue tendered in law or fact. (c) A joining of causes of action or defense in civil suits or criminal prosecutions.

Webster 1913