Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Hole-And-Corner.
Hole-And-Corner - as an adjective satellite
Relating to the peripheral and unimportant aspects of life
Example: "A hole-and-corner life in some obscure community"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hole-in-cornerConducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods
Example: "Clandestine intelligence operations"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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"He had a hole-and-corner operation selling counterfeit goods."
"The company was involved in hole-and-corner dealings with foreign clients."
"They were meeting in a hole-and-corner pub to discuss their secret plans."
"The politician's hole-and-corner activities were eventually exposed by the media."
"The group had a hole-and-corner gathering to celebrate their success."
