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tilt

The correct spelling is tilt.

How to pronounce tilt

/tɪlt/
noun

IPA: /tɪlt/

Say it like: Til-t

The correct spelling is tilt. A slope or inclination. For example: "Tilt the barrel to pour out its contents."

Usage Examples

Tilt the barrel to pour out its contents.

to tilt steel in order to render it more ductile

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A slope or inclination.
  2. 2.The inclination of part of the body, such as backbone, pelvis, head, etc.
  3. 3.The controlled vertical movement of a camera, or a device to achieve this.
  4. 4.A jousting contest.
  5. 5.An attempt at something, such as a tilt at public office.

verb

  1. 1.To slope or incline (something); to slant.
  2. 2.(jousting) To charge (at someone) with a lance.
  3. 3.To be at an angle.
  4. 4.To point or thrust a weapon at.
  5. 5.To point or thrust (a weapon).

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