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noun
Something which angles or slopes, as distinguished from one that is vertical or horizontal.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
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noun
A climbing hold that has a smooth surface and sloping shape, making it difficult to hold.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A custom-fitted basic pattern from which patterns for many different styles can be created.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: business, manufacturing, textiles
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noun
An assistant or apprentice cutter.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: obsolete
Topics: business, manufacturing, textiles
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noun
A member of the peerage who has fallen from wealth but maintains social contacts.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: obsolete
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History
From slope + -er.
