skewed; skewing; skews
Definition of skew
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: to make, set, or cut on the skew
2
: to distort especially from a true value or symmetrical form
skew
adjectiveDefinition of skew (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: set, placed, or running obliquely : slanting
2
: more developed on one side or in one direction than another : not symmetrical
skew
nounDefinition of skew (Entry 3 of 3)
: a deviation from a straight line : slant
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