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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

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."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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