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 Wood, Henry, Mrs.
But he succeeded at last and as he dragged the muddy pole across the grass, the island turned slowly cornerwise to the shore.
From Pee-Wee Harris Adrift by Fitzhugh, Percy Keese
These woods lay cornerwise with the main road, a sandy lane following the angle they described.
From North, South and over the Sea by Francis, M.E. (Mrs. Francis Blundell)
Next morning, while he dressed, he kept his teeth shut cornerwise, a habit he had when he was making up his mind to any noxious undertaking.
From The Brentons by Dexter, Wilson C.
Too often the results are only "alarming," as the Countess of Wilton expressively puts it, thinking, probably, of the patterns frequently seen upon cushions, patterns more resembling bright-coloured bricks set in cornerwise than anything else.
From Embroidery and Tapestry Weaving by Christie, Grace
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