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Synonyms for cornerwise


Grammar : Adv
Spell : kawr-ner-wahyz
Phonetic Transcription : ˈkɔr nərˌwaɪz

Top 10 synonyms for cornerwise Other synonyms for the word cornerwise

Définition of cornerwise

  • As in obliquely : adv cornerways
  • As in diagonally : adv at an angle
Example sentences :
  • "Turn them cornerwise," suggested the professor of Natural Philosophy.
  • Extract from : « Farm drainage » by Henry Flagg French
  • The holes are a little larger than the cornerwise diameter of the nuts.
  • Extract from : « Farm Mechanics » by Herbert A. Shearer
  • She took it with a word of thanks—a little note, folded three cornerwise.
  • Extract from : « Captivity » by M. Leonora Eyles
  • Win darted a cornerwise glance at Tobias to see if he were suspiciously watching her.
  • Extract from : « Winnie Childs » by C. N. Williamson
  • On a short board the cornerwise test can be made with a straight-edge; on a long board winding-sticks are needed.
  • Extract from : « Manual Training Toys for the Boy's Workshop » by Harris W. Moore
  • "I dunno baout that nuther," declared Abner with a cornerwise nod of the head.
  • Extract from : « The Duke of Stockbridge » by Edward Bellamy
  • You know so well about almost every particular; but—she preferred to have the tidies straight, not cornerwise.
  • Extract from : « Mrs. Tree » by Laura E. Richards
  • You'll have to use diagonal fire unless you want to hurt some of our chaps—sweep 'em cornerwise.
  • Extract from : « Told in the East » by Talbot Mundy
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