angled

[ang-guhld]

adjective

1. having an angle or angles.

2. Heraldry.

   1. noting an interrupted partition line having the two parts offset and a line at right angles connecting them.

   2. (of an ordinary) having an edge or edges so formed.

Word History and Origins

Origin of angled¹

First recorded in 1565–75; angle ¹ + -ed ³

Example Sentences

For lefties like me, let the waiter know, and they will bring out silverware that’s angled specifically for us.

From Salon

The classrooms are also bathed in daylight via skylights and clerestories, with sunbeams touching the playfully angled surfaces.

From Los Angeles Times

The auditorium design is modern but understated, with its angled panels and pops of color providing lively accents while still focusing attention on performances.

From Los Angeles Times

Fierceness, who paid $5.20 to win, broke slowly from the one post and angled toward a temporary rail before getting into rhythm in the 1¼-mile race.

From Los Angeles Times

Knowing United focus heavily down the wide areas, Grimsby angled their press in a unique manner, ignoring the centre of the pitch at times.

From BBC