Corner

usgb/ˈkɔːrnər/
noun

The place where two edges or sides meet.

The cat hid in the corner of the room.
Visual representation of "corner" - The place where two edges or sides meet.

Often appears as...

  • around the corner
  • in the corner
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Visual representation of "corner"
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Meeting Point

Visualize 'corner' as the point where two lines meet, forming an 'L' shape.

Illustration for Meeting Point
We'll meet at the corner of 5th Avenue and 10th Street.
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Common Phrases

'Corner' is often used with prepositions like 'in' or 'around' to indicate location.

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She placed the vase in the corner of the living room.
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Not Always Physical

Sometimes 'corner' refers to an abstract idea like a 'corner of one's mind'.

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In a corner of my mind, I knew it was a bad idea.
Visual representation of the word "Corner"

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