[ adj ] departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal <adj.all> the leaning tower of Pisathe headstones were tilted
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.
2. In the position of a cask tilted, or with one end raised.
Note: [In this sense sometimes used as an adjective.]
Abroach, atilt, and run Even to the lees of honor. --Beau. & Fl.