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kilter

noun kil·ter \ˈkil-tər\

Definition of KILTER

:  proper or usual state or condition :  order <out of kilter>
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Origin of KILTER

origin unknown
First Known Use: 1628

Related to KILTER

Synonyms
estate, fettle, form, health, keeping, condition, nick [British], order, repair, shape, trim

Rhymes with KILTER

filter, jilter, philter, quilter, tilter
KILTER Defined for Kids

kilter

noun kil·ter \ˈkil-tər\

Definition of KILTER for Kids

:  proper condition <The TV is out of kilter.>

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3 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. kilter
  2. kelter
  3. off-kilter
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