corner
/ˈkɔːnə(ɹ)/ · noun
Meaning
- The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.
- 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.
- An embarrassing situation; a difficulty.
- A sufficient interest in a salable security or commodity to allow the cornering party to influence prices.
- (heading) Relating to the playing field.
- To drive (someone or something) into a corner or other confined space.
- To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment.
- To put (someone) in an awkward situation.
- To get sufficient command of (a stock, commodity, etc.), so as to be able to manipulate its price.
- 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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