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skew

/skjuː/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does skew mean?

verb, noun

To cause something to become misshapen or distorted, or to make something lean or incline to one side. A skewer or skew is a long, thin, pointed stick used for cooking or piercing.

Example

"The uneven terrain caused the road to skew to one side, making it difficult to drive."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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