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Definition angle in British English

angle verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈæŋɡ(ə)l/
1

to make something point in a particular direction, especially one that is not directly in front of you

Example

Angle the mirror so that you can see behind you.

Synonyms and related words
turn spin overturn
1.1

to make a ball move in a direction that is not straight in front of you

Example

Littlejohn blasted an angled shot well wide of the goal.

Synonyms and related words
strike at kick play
2

to do or write something in a way that makes one thing seem more important than others, or gives special emphasis to one opinion

Example

Our efforts have been angled very much towards improving customer service.

Synonyms and related words
emphasize stress highlight
Definition angle in British English