Meaning of the word cornered in English

What does cornered mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cornered

US / -kɔːr.nɚd/
UK / -kɔː.nəd/

Adjective

forced into a difficult or inescapable position

Example:
The police had the suspect cornered in an alley.
Feeling cornered, she confessed to the crime.