Basic Details
Word: Corner
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The place where two lines or surfaces meet; the angle formed by them.
Synonyms: Angle, bend, intersection
Antonyms: Centre, middle
Idioms and Phrases
- Turn the corner: To start to get better after a difficult or challenging time. Example: "After weeks of being unwell, he finally felt he had turned the corner."
- Backed into a corner: To be in a difficult situation where one has no options left. Example: "She felt backed into a corner when she had to choose between two jobs."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The cat sat quietly in the corner of the room, watching everyone.
Example 2: We turned the corner and suddenly saw the beautiful view of the lake.
Example 3: The corner of the table was sharp, so I had to be careful not to bump into it.
Fun Fact
The word "corner" comes from the Latin word "cornu," which means "horn." This relates to how corners can look like a horn where two surfaces come together.
Famous Quote
"Sometimes you have to turn a corner to find the way." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "corner" mean?
a) A straight line
b) The place where two lines meet
c) A type of animal
d) A piece of furniture
Answer: b) The place where two lines meet
2. Which of these is a synonym of "corner"?
a) Traffic
b) Angle
c) Stream
d) Garden
Answer: b) Angle
3. Which word is the opposite of "corner"?
a) Edge
b) Centre
c) Point
d) Line
Answer: b) Centre
4. Which sentence uses "corner" correctly?
a) The car made a sharp corner on the road.
b) The corner was a loud sound.
c) She has a pretty corner of a dress.
d) Corner is my favourite colour.
Answer: a) The car made a sharp corner on the road.
5. What does "turn the corner" mean?
a) To get lost
b) To start to get better
c) To change direction
d) To become confused
Answer: b) To start to get better
