Definition of corner
1 a
: the point where converging lines, edges, or sides meet : angle
b
: the place of intersection of two streets or roads
c
: a piece designed to form, mark, or protect a corner
2
: the angular part or space between meeting lines, edges, or borders near the vertex of the angle
- the southwest corner of the state
- the corners of the tablecloth
a
: the area of a playing field or court near the intersection of the sideline and the goal line or baseline
b (1)
: either of the four angles of a boxing ring;
especially
: the area in which a boxer rests or is worked on by his seconds during periods between rounds
(2)
: a group of supporters, well-wishers, or adherents associated especially with a contestant
c
: the side of home plate nearest to or farthest from a batter
d
: corner kick
e (1)
: the outside of a football formation
(2)
: cornerback
3 a
: a private, secret, or remote place
- a quiet corner of New England
- to every corner of the earth
b
: a difficult or embarrassing situation : a position from which escape or retreat is difficult or impossible
- was backed into a corner
4
: control or ownership of enough of the available supply of a commodity or security especially to permit manipulation of the price
5
: a point at which significant change occurs
—often used in the phrase turn the corner
