oblique

1. 1.

   To deviate from a perpendicular line; to become askew.

2. 2.

   To march in a direction oblique to the line of the column or platoon; — formerly accomplished by oblique steps, now by direct steps, the men half-facing either to the right or left.

3. 3.

   To slant (text, etc.) at an angle.

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