Definition

Relating to or designed for a corner, often referring to furniture or locations that fit into a corner space.

Example

The corner shelf is perfect for displaying my plants.

Conversation

Have you seen the new corner table they set up in the café?

Yeah, it looks really nice and fits perfectly in that space.

I think it's great for small gatherings; it's such a cozy corner to sit in.

Definitely! I love how they utilized that little area.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A place where two edges or lines meet, forming an angle; it can also refer to a small area or section of a larger space.

Example

She found a quiet corner in the library to read her book.

Conversation

Hey, have you seen that little café around the corner?

Yes! I love that place; it has the best pastries.

I was thinking of grabbing coffee there tomorrow.

Definition

To trap someone or something in a place from which they cannot escape, often by surrounding them.

Example

The police cornered the suspect in an alley.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the police operation last night?

Yeah, they really cornered those suspects in that alley.

I wonder how they managed to do that so quickly.

Root Explanation

Corner → The word 'corner' comes from the Latin 'cornu' (meaning horn) and the Old French 'corne' (meaning horn or angle). The term originally referred to a projecting part or angle, resembling the shape of a horn.

Memory Tip

Picture a 'horn' ('cornu') that sticks out at an angle — that's how you can remember that a corner is a point where two lines meet at an angle.

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