Word Meanings - ATILT - Book Publishers vocabulary database

1. In the manner of a tilter; in the position, or with the action, of one making a thrust. "To run atilt at men." Hudibras. 2. In the position of a cask tilted, or with one end raised. Note: Abroach, atilt, and run Even to the lees of honor. Beau.

Additional info about word: ATILT

1. In the manner of a tilter; in the position, or with the action, of one making a thrust. "To run atilt at men." Hudibras. 2. In the position of a cask tilted, or with one end raised. Note: Abroach, atilt, and run Even to the lees of honor. Beau. & Fl.

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