coign

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Noun coign has 2 senses

quoin, coign, coigne - expandable metal or wooden wedge used by printers to lock up a form within a chase
--₁ is a kind of wedge
quoin, coign, coigne - the keystone of an arch
--₂ is a kind of keystone, key, headstone

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Coign

Description

Coign is a noun that refers to a projecting corner or angle of a wall. It can also mean a vantage point or advantageous position.

Examples

Noun:

The old castle had numerous coigns in the walls where one could stand and enjoy the view.
He leaned against the coign of the building, observing the bustling city streets.

Verb:

She carefully coigned the edges of the paper to create a neat and precise border.

Adjective:

The local residents praised the restaurant for its coign dishes, unique to the region.

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