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Definition tilt in British English

tilt verb

verb
/tɪlt/
1

to move something so that one side is lower than the other

Example

She tilted the bowl to pour the mixture out.

Example

The tray was tilted at an angle.

Synonyms and related words
turn spin overturn
1.1

if something tilts, it moves so that one side is lower than the other

Example

Suddenly the boat started to tilt.

Synonyms and related words
turn spin overturn
1.2

to move your head slightly upwards, downwards, or to one side

Example

She was sitting with her head tilted slightly back.

2

to influence a situation in a particular way, or to be influenced in a particular way

Example

Excellent performances from the opening batsmen have tilted the balance in favour of the home side.

Synonyms and related words
shape impact affect
Definition tilt in British English