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Slant Definition & Meaning

slant
noun
  1. a biased way of looking at or presenting something
  2. degree of deviation from a horizontal plane; "the roof had a steep pitch"
verb
  1. lie obliquely; "A scar slanted across his face"
  2. present with a bias; "He biased his presentation so as to please the share holders"
  3. to incline or bend from a vertical position; "She leaned over the banister"
  4. heel over; "The tower is tilting"; "The ceiling is slanting"

"Slant" in song lyrics

See how slant is used in real songs:

  • "Not the vigilant, or walk with a slant"
    Chi-Ali f/ Dove (De La Soul), Dres, Phife, Fashion (Beatnuts) — Let the Horns Blow
  • "You rather run wild with your 9 mil. slant"
    Cru f/ The Lox — Live at the Tunnel
  • "I Boogie Bang bang the thang like a cramp style slant"
    Das EFX — Host Wit Da Most (RAPPAZ REMIX)

Usage tips for "slant"

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Frequently asked questions

What does slant mean?
a biased way of looking at or presenting something degree of deviation from a horizontal plane; "the roof had a steep pitch" lie obliquely; "A scar slanted across his face" present with a bias; "He biased his presentation so as to please the share holders" to incline or bend from a vertical position; "She leaned over the banister" heel over; "The tower is tilting"; "The ceiling is slanting"
What part of speech is slant?
Slant is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does slant have?
Slant has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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