corner

Meanings

• noun

  A place where two or more surfaces meet or intersect.

  - "The bookshelf was in the corner of the room."
  - "He stood in the corner and observed the scene."
  - "The painter added detail to the corner of the canvas."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɔɹnɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

angle , bend , cranny , hern , hideaway , hirn , nook , recess

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with corner
mourn , urn , turn

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Variants

List of all variants of corner that leads to same result
around the corner , corner , cornered , corners , in every corner , in every corner of , cornering , corner kick , corner kicks , amen corner , amen corners , catty-corner , catty-cornered , kitty-corner , coffin corner , coffin corners , hole-and-corner , hospital corner , hospital corners , hot corner , hot corners

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'cynan', meaning 'join' or 'meet'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. A corner is not a square or rectangle, it is simply a place where two or more surfaces meet.

2. In some cultures, it is considered good luck to have a 'lucky corner' in your home.

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Related Concepts

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1. intersection: A point at which two or more lines, surfaces, or planes meet.

2. turning point: A significant event or change in the course of something.

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Culture

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In literature, corners are often used to represent hiding places or quiet reflection. In art, corners can be used to create depth and perspective.

How to Memorize "corner"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a bookshelf in a corner of a room.
   - Imagine a painting with intricate details in the corner.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'corner' with the idea of meeting or intersecting.
   - Think of a quiet, hidden place when you hear the word 'corner'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that corners are where things 'come together'.

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