Definitions

1. adjective

not straight or perpendicular; slanting or diagonal

“The oblique angle of the roof made it difficult to install the solar panels.”

2. noun

a line or direction that is not perpendicular to another line or surface

“The architect had to adjust the obliques of the building to fit the available space.”

3. verb

to set or direct something at an angle

“The engineer had to oblique the mirrors to focus the light beam.”

4. noun

a person or thing that is not straightforward or honest

“The politician’s obliques in the scandal led to a public outcry.”