Slanting: meaning, definitions and examples
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slanting
[ หslษหntษชล ]
incline
Having an oblique or sloping direction, course, or position.
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Examples of usage
- The sun cast slanting rays through the trees.
- She gave him a slanting glance.
bias
A particular point of view or way of presenting something that is intended to influence people's opinions.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The article had a slanting towards a certain political party.
- The news report had a slanting against the company.
Word origin
The word 'slanting' originated from the verb 'slant' which came from the Old Norse word 'slenge', meaning to slope or incline. The adjective form of 'slanting' first appeared in the English language in the 17th century. Over time, the word has come to be used in various contexts, from describing physical angles to representing biased opinions in media.
See also: slanted, slantingly, slantwise.