oblique

What is the Definition of oblique?

Noun:

  1. any grammatical case other than the nominative
  2. a diagonally arranged abdominal muscle on either side of the torso

Adjective:

  1. slanting or inclined in direction or course or position--neither parallel nor perpendicular nor right-angled
  2. indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading

How can I use oblique in a sentence?

The artist used oblique lines to create a sense of movement. - Художник использовал косые линии, чтобы создать ощущение движения.

The path runs oblique to the road. - Тропинка идёт косо к дороге.


Other meanings of oblique (synonyms, cognates).


ENRU
oblique
  • косой
obliquely
  • косвенно


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