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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 2025

atilt

atilt

See also: a-tilt

English

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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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