Ground Joint

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ground joint [′grau̇nd ‚jȯint]

(civil engineering)

A closely fitted masonry joint, usually set without mortar.

(mechanical engineering)

A machined metal joint that makes a tight fit without packing or a gasket.

ground joint

1. A closely fitted joint in masonry, usually without mortar.

2. A machined metal joint which fits tightly without packing or a gasket.

Ground Joint

a joint whose surfaces are ground to form a hermetic seal between glass, quartz, or metal parts.

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