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Meaning of tilt

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tilt

Pronunciation:/tɪlt/

noun

Definitions

  1. A slope or inclination.

  2. The inclination of part of the body, such as backbone, pelvis, head, etc.

  3. The controlled vertical movement of a camera, or a device to achieve this.

  4. A jousting contest.

verb

Definitions

  1. To slope or incline (something); to slant.

    Example: Tilt the barrel to pour out its contents.

  2. (jousting) To charge (at someone) with a lance.

  3. To be at an angle.

  4. To point or thrust a weapon at.

tilt

Pronunciation:/tɪlt/

noun

Definitions

  1. A canvas covering for carts, boats, etc.

  2. Any covering overhead; especially, a tent.

verb

Definitions

  1. To cover with a tilt, or awning.