coigne

[US]/kɔɪn/
[UK]/kwɔɪn/

Translation

n.external angle; wedge; corner stone; corner
Word Forms
Pluralcoignes

Example Sentences

from our coigne of vantage on the hill, we could see the entire army approaching.

the general chose a strong coigne at the mountain pass for their defensive position.

she maintained her coigne of vantage throughout the negotiation.

the architect placed the watchtower at a perfect coigne overlooking the valley.

they secured the coigne before the enemy forces arrived at dawn.

the reporter found an excellent coigne from which to photograph the ceremony.

his coigne of vantage gave him insight into the enemy's plans.

the troops held their coigne despite repeated attacks throughout the night.

from her coigne in the gallery, she observed the meeting undetected.

the defender's coigne on the high ground proved decisive in the battle.

they abandoned their coigne when reinforcements failed to arrive.

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