to be turned or inclined from a right line or level; to lie obliquely; to slope.-to turn from a direct line; to give an oblique or sloping direction to; as, to slant a line.-a slanting direction or plane; a slope; as, it lies on a slant.-an oblique reflection or gibe; a sarcastic remark.-inclined from a direct line, whether horizontal or perpendicular; sloping; oblique.