Cornercap

/ˈkɔrnərˌkæp/ noun

Definition

A protective or decorative metal, plastic, or wooden fitting placed on the corner of a box, trunk, or other object to prevent damage.

Etymology

A compound noun from 'corner' plus 'cap,' referring to a protective covering placed at the corners of objects. Common in furniture, luggage, and storage container manufacturing.

Kelly Says

Vintage steamer trunks had brass cornercaps—they're not just pretty brass decorations, they actually kept the wood from splitting when rough luggage handlers threw them around!

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