adverb
Etymology
Origin of cornerwise
late Middle English word dating back to 1425–75; see origin at corner, -wise
Example Sentences
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A thought glanced through Lionel's mind of resorting to the advice of the women, to double his handkerchief cornerwise over his head.
From Verner's Pride by Mrs. Henry Wood
The body of the cart, made soft with rugs and sheepskins, was long enough for me to stretch out at full length if I lay cornerwise, and the hood protected me against rain and wind.
From A Wayfarer in China Impressions of a trip across West China and Mongolia by Elizabeth Kimball Kendall
After making compression with the fingers, as described and illustrated, take a piece of cloth or handkerchief, twist it cornerwise, and tie a hard knot midway between the 177 two ends.
From A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition) by Calvin Cutter
These woods lay cornerwise with the main road, a sandy lane following the angle they described.
From North, South and over the Sea by M.E. (Mrs. Francis Blundell) Francis
A red skirt, a yellow shawl folded cornerwise, and a very tall peaked hat of black with red and yellow ribbons, made the child look like some weird creature.
From Marjorie at Seacote by Carolyn Wells
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