Associations to the word «Atilt»

Wiktionary

ATILT, adjective. At an angle from the vertical or horizontal
ATILT, adverb. As if tilting; like a knight on horseback.
ATILT, adverb. At an angle from the vertical or horizontal

Dictionary definition

ATILT, adjective. Departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal; "the leaning tower of Pisa"; "the headstones were tilted".

Wise words

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