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
