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2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: 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. Note: [In this sense sometimes used as an adjective.] Abroach, atilt, and run Even to the lees of honor. --Beau. & Fl From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: atilt adj : departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal; "the leaning tower of Pisa"; "the headstones were tilted" [syn: {canted}, {leaning}, {tilted}, {tipped}]
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