Word: CORNER
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Definition of CORNER
- The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.
"The corners of the wire mesh were reinforced with little blobs of solder."
- An edge or extremity; the part farthest from the center; hence, any quarter or part, or the direction in which it lies.
"Shining a light in the dark corners of the mind.โ I took a trip out to his corner of town."
- A secret or secluded place; a remote or out of the way place; a nook.
"On weekends, Emily liked to find a quiet corner and curl up with a good book."
- To drive (someone or something) into a corner or other confined space.
"The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand."
- To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment.
"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."
- To put (someone) in an awkward situation.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
May trace back to the Latin prefix "com-" or "con-", meaning "together, with, or jointly".
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "corner" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "corner", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CORNER a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CORNER worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CORNER? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CORNER:
- # the corner effect
- # master of corner
- # playing with corner
- # in terms of corner
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