angle
/ˈæŋɡəl/
noun
- The space between two lines or surfaces that meet, measured in degrees.
- A right angle is 90 degrees.
- She measured the angle of the roof to make sure it was steep enough.
- The two roads meet at a sharp angle.
- A particular way of thinking about or approaching a situation.
- The reporter tried to find a new angle for the story.
- Let's look at this problem from a different angle.
- He always has a clever angle when negotiating.
- A position from which something is seen or photographed.
- The photographer chose a low angle to make the building look taller.
- The camera angle made the actor appear larger than life.
- From this angle, you can see the whole valley.
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verb
- To move or place something so that it is not straight or level; to tilt.
- She angled the mirror to see the back of her head.
- He angled the ladder against the wall.
- Angle the board slightly so the water runs off.
- To try to get something by using indirect methods or hints.
- She angled for an invitation to the party.
- He was angling for a promotion by working extra hours.
- The politician angled for votes by promising tax cuts.
- To fish with a hook and line.
- They spent the afternoon angling in the river.
- He loves to angle for trout in the mountain streams.
- Angling is a popular hobby in this region.