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slewed

The correct spelling is slewed.

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verb

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The correct spelling is slewed. To rotate or turn something about its axis. For example: "The single line was slewed onto the disused up formation to make way for the future redoubling."

Usage Examples

The single line was slewed onto the disused up formation to make way for the future redoubling.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To rotate or turn something about its axis.
  2. 2.To veer a vehicle.
  3. 3.To insert extra ticks or skip some ticks of a clock to slowly correct its time.
  4. 4.To pivot.
  5. 5.To skid.

adjective

  1. 1.Somewhat drunk; tipsy.

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