Definition of slant
intransitive verb
1 : to take a diagonal course, direction, or path
2 : to turn or incline from a right line or a level : slope
transitive verb
1 : to give an oblique or sloping direction to
2 : to interpret or present in line with a special interest : angle stories slanted toward youth; especially : to maliciously or dishonestly distort or falsify
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Examples of slant in a Sentence
The sunlight slanted down through the leaves and branches of the trees.
She slanted her hat a little to the right.
They deliberately slanted the story to make themselves look good.
Origin and Etymology of slant
Middle English slenten to fall obliquely, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian dialect slenta to slope, Old Norse sletta to throw carelessly
First Known Use: 1644
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Definition of slant
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adjectiveExamples of slant in a Sentence
The computer keyboard is positioned at a slant so that typing is more comfortable for the wrists.
He sliced the carrots on a slant.
1655
First Known Use of slant
1655
SLANT Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of slant for English Language Learners
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: to not be level or straight up and down
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: to present (something, such as a news story) in a way that favors a particular group, opinion, etc.
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Definition of slant for English Language Learners
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: a direction, line, or surface that is not level or straight up and down
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: a way of thinking about, describing, or discussing something
SLANT Defined for Kids
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