Definition of "corner"
- noun
The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.
The space in the angle between converging lines or walls which meet in a point.
The projection into space of an angle in a solid object.
An intersection of two streets; any of the four outer points off the street at that intersection.
An edge or extremity; the part farthest from the center; hence, any quarter or part, or the direction in which it lies.
A secret or secluded place; a remote or out of the way place; a nook.
A monopoly or controlling interest in a salable commodity, allowing the controlling party to dictate terms of sale.
One of the four vertices of the strike zone.
First base or third base.
A corner kick.
- verb
To drive (someone) into a corner or other confined space.
To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment.
To get command of (a stock, commodity, etc.), so as to be able to put one's own price on it.
To turn a corner or drive around a curve.
To handle while moving around a corner in a road or otherwise turning.
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