corner

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Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːnə(ɹ)/
/ˈkɔɹnɚ/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.

Example Sentences
  • The corners of the wire mesh were reinforced with little blobs of solder.
2 Definition

An edge or extremity; the part farthest from the center; hence, any quarter or part, or the direction in which it lies.

Example Sentences
  • Shining a light in the dark corners of the mind.  I took a trip out to his corner of town.
3 Definition

A secret or secluded place; a remote or out of the way place; a nook.

Example Sentences
  • On weekends, Emily liked to find a quiet corner and curl up with a good book.
4 Definition

An embarrassing situation; a difficulty.

5 Definition

A sufficient interest in a salable security or commodity to allow the cornering party to influence prices.

Example Sentences
  • In the 1970s, private investors tried to get a corner on the silver market, but were ultimately unsuccessful.
6 Definition

(heading) Relating to the playing field.

7 Definition

A place where people meet for a particular purpose.

Example Sentences
  • Welcome to our English corner.
8 Definition

A point scored in a rubber at whist.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To drive (someone or something) into a corner or other confined space.

Example Sentences
  • The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand.
2 Definition

To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment.

Example Sentences
  • The reporter cornered the politician by pointing out the hypocrisy of his position on mandatory sentencing, in light of the politician's own actions in court.
3 Definition

To put (someone) in an awkward situation.

4 Definition

To get sufficient command of (a stock, commodity, etc.), so as to be able to manipulate its price.

Example Sentences
  • It's extremely hard to corner the petroleum market because there are so many players.
5 Definition

To turn a corner or drive around a curve.

Example Sentences
  • As the stock car driver cornered the last turn, he lost control and spun out.
6 Definition

To handle while moving around a corner in a road or otherwise turning.

Example Sentences
  • That BMW corners well, but the suspension is too stiff.
7 Definition

To supply with corners.