Nick joint is a term that refers to a small or narrow space or an opening in a structure or surface. There are several synonyms that can be used to replace this term depending on the context. For example, nick joint can be replaced with "notch" or "groove" when describing a cut or indentation made in a material or surface. It can also be substituted with "crack" or "crevice" when talking about a small fissure or gap. In the context of anatomy, synonyms for nick joint are "articulation" or "joint" which refer to the area where two bones meet and move against each other.