aslant

[əˈslænt]

aslant Definition

at an angle or in a sloping direction.

Using aslant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aslant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The sun shone aslant through the trees.

• Example

  She wore her hat aslant on her head.

• Example

  The house was built aslant on the hill.

aslant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for aslant

• aslope
• oblique
• slanting
• tilted

Phrases with aslant

• look aslant

  to look at someone or something with suspicion or disapproval

  Example

  He looked at me aslant, as if he didn't trust me.

• set sail aslant

  to set sail at an angle to the wind

  Example

  They set sail aslant and made good progress despite the strong winds.

• walk aslant

  to walk with a sideways or oblique gait

  Example

  The old man walked aslant, leaning heavily on his cane.

Origins of aslant

from Middle English 'aslant', meaning 'on the slant'

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Summary: aslant in Brief

'Aslant' [əˈslænt] means at an angle or in a sloping direction. It is often used to describe the position of objects or the direction of movement. Phrases like 'look aslant' and 'set sail aslant' use 'aslant' to convey suspicion or a specific type of movement, respectively.