cornerwise
/ˈkɔːrnərˌwaɪz/
adverb
- With a corner facing forward or outward; diagonally or at an angle.
- She placed the picture frame cornerwise on the shelf.
- He set the box cornerwise so it would fit in the trunk.
- The tiles were laid cornerwise to create a diamond pattern.
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adjective
- Positioned or arranged with a corner facing outward or diagonally.
- The quilt had a cornerwise pattern of squares.
- They used a cornerwise layout for the garden beds.
- The cornerwise arrangement of the bricks gave the wall a unique look.