cornerwise

/ˈkɔːrnərˌwaɪz/
adverb
  1. 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.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. 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.
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