First Known Use: 1628
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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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kilter
noun kil·ter \ˈkil-tər\
Definition of KILTER for Kids
: proper condition <The TV is out of kilter.>
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