angle
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/ˈæŋɡl/
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/ˈæŋɡl/
noun
B2
The space where two lines meet, measured in degrees.
The two roads form a right angle at the corner.
R
A corner on the outside or inside of something.
The building has many sharp angles that create interesting shadows.
B2
The direction something is leaning or pointing when not straight.
The ladder was at a dangerous angle against the wall.
B2
A position from which you look at something.
From this angle, you can see the whole city skyline.
B2
A particular way of thinking about or presenting something.
Let's consider this problem from a different angle to find new solutions.
verb
R
To move or place something so it is not straight.
She angled the mirror to get a better view of the room.
R
To present information for a particular audience or purpose.
The advertisement is angled to appeal to young adults.
R
To catch fish with a line and hook.
He likes to angle in the river on weekends.
translation
The space where two lines meet, measured in degrees.; A corner on the outside or inside of something.; The direction something is leaning or pointing when not straight.; A position from which you look at something.; A particular way of thinking about or presenting something.
To move or place something so it is not straight.; To present information for a particular audience or purpose.; To catch fish with a line and hook.
Word Forms
Plural
angles
Progressive
angling
Past
angled
Perfect
angled
3rd Present
angles