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Quoin 1

Definition: Originally, a solid exterior angle, as of a building; now, commonly, one of the selected pieces of material by which the corner is marked.

Quoin 2

Definition: A wedgelike piece of stone, wood metal, or other material, used for various purposes

Quoin 3

Definition: to support and steady a stone.

Quoin 4

Definition: To support the breech of a cannon.

Quoin 5

Definition: To wedge or lock up a form within a chase.

Quoin 6

Definition: To prevent casks from rolling.

quoin 7

Definition: (architecture) solid exterior angle of a building; especially one formed by a cornerstone

quoin 8

Definition: the keystone of an arch

quoin 9

Definition: expandable metal or wooden wedge used by printers to lock up a form within a chase

 

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