t-junction
IPA: tˈidʒˈʌŋkʃʌn
Root Word: T-junction
noun
- An intersection of routes where one road terminates as it joins a (usually higher priority) road at approximately 90°. In most countries, a give way or stop road sign will be seen at a T-junction.
- A similarly shaped section in a pipe, etc.
tight junction
IPA: tˈaɪtdʒʌŋkʃʌn
noun
- (biology) An intercellular junction between epithelial cells whose membranes join together to form a virtually impermeable barrier to fluid.