Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catty-corner
Adverb
/ˈkætiˈkɔrnər/
Definition
Located diagonally opposite or in a diagonal position.
Examples
- The bank is catty-corner from the grocery store.
- Her house sits catty-corner to the park entrance.
- The two buildings are located catty-corner, making the intersection wider.
Meaning
The term ‘catty-corner’ describes something that is positioned diagonally across from another object, often used to refer to intersections or the placement of items.
Synonyms
- diagonally
- crosswise
- kitty-corner
