CORNER
/ˈkɔːnə(ɹ)/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of CORNER
The point where two converging lines meet; an angle, either external or internal.
"The corners of the wire mesh were reinforced with little blobs of solder."
An edge or extremity; the part farthest from the center; hence, any quarter or part, or the direction in which it lies.
"Shining a light in the dark corners of the mind. I took a trip out to his corner of town."
A secret or secluded place; a remote or out of the way place; a nook.
"On weekends, Emily liked to find a quiet corner and curl up with a good book."
To drive (someone or something) into a corner or other confined space.
"The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand."
To trap in a position of great difficulty or hopeless embarrassment.
"The reporter cornered the politician by pointing out the hypocrisy of his position on mandatory sentencing, in light of the politician's own actions in court."
To put (someone) in an awkward situation.
Examples of CORNER in a Sentence
- "The corners of the wire mesh were reinforced with little blobs of solder."
- "Shining a light in the dark corners of the mind. I took a trip out to his corner of town."
- "On weekends, Emily liked to find a quiet corner and curl up with a good book."
- "The cat had cornered a cricket between the sofa and the television stand."
Word Details
Is CORNER a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CORNER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CORNER uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CORNER
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | o | r | n | e | r | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CORNER
35 words from the letters in CORNER
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use CORNER in Word Games
CORNER is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CORNER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble CORNER to find 35 additional valid words.