Translate text 
Translate files Tilt
/tɪlt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
an inclination or slope.
The tilt of the roof allowed rainwater to drain off easily.
a contest or joust.
The knights prepared for a tilt in the tournament.
a slanted angle or position.
The photograph was taken at a tilt, giving it a dynamic effect.
verb
to cause to lean, incline, or slant.
She tilted the chair back to get more comfortable.
to incline or bend in a particular direction.
The statue tilted slightly to the left after the earthquake.
to have a preference or inclination.
His opinions tend to tilt toward liberal ideas.
Etymology
Middle English 'tilten', from Old English 'tyltan'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tilt at windmills
To engage in a futile or imaginary battle against imaginary opponents or issues.
tilt the scales
To influence a situation to one's advantage.
on tilt
In a state of emotional disturbance, often leading to poor performance.
Related Words
inclination
A tendency to act in a certain way.
slant
A particular viewpoint or bias regarding something.
Slang Meanings
To become frustrated or lose one's composure, especially in gaming.
He started to tilt after that last round.
To have an emotional response that affects judgment.
After the bad play, she was completely tilted.