Atilt

Atilt
Atilt A*tilt", adv. [Pref. a- + tilt.] 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. [1913 Webster]

2. In the position of a cask tilted, or with one end raised.

Note: [In this sense sometimes used as an adjective.] [1913 Webster]

Abroach, atilt, and run Even to the lees of honor. --Beau. & Fl. [1913 Webster]


The Collaborative International Dictionary of English. 2000.

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