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Webster 1913 Edition


Atilt

A-tilt′

,
adv.
[Pref.
a-
+
tilt
.]
1.
In the manner of a tilter; in the position, or with the action, of one making a thrust.
“To run atilt at men.”
Hudibras.
2.
In the position of a cask tilted, or with one end raised.
[In this sense sometimes used as an adjective.]
Abroach,
atilt
, and run
Even to the lees of honor.
Beau. & Fl.

Webster 1828 Edition


Atilt

ATILT'

,
adv.
[a and tilt. See Tilt.]
1.
In the manner of a tilter; in the position, or with the action of a man making a thrust; as, to stand or run atilt.
2.
In the manner of a cask tilted, or with one end raised.

Definition 2024


atilt

atilt

See also: a-tilt

English

Alternative forms

Adjective

atilt (comparative more atilt, superlative most atilt)

  1. at an angle from the vertical or horizontal

Adverb

atilt (comparative more atilt, superlative most atilt)

  1. as if tilting; like a knight on horseback.
  2. at an angle from the vertical or horizontal

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