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oblique 1. Geometry a. (of lines, planes, etc.) neither perpendicular nor parallel to one another or to another line, plane, etc. b. not related to or containing a right angle 2. Biology having asymmetrical sides or planes 3. (of a map projection) constituting a type of zenithal projection in which the plane of projection is tangential to the earth's surface at some point between the equator and the poles 4. Navigation the act of changing course by less than 90? 5. an aerial photograph taken at an oblique angle oblique [ə′blēk] (anatomy) Referring to a muscle, positioned obliquely and having one end that is not attached to bone. (botany) Referring to a leaf, having the two sides of a blade unequal. (science and technology) Having a slanted direction or position. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In interpreting Montaigne's philosophical stance, one should never forget that his statements can rarely be taken at face value, that the obliqueness of the Essays make their propositions good faith lies or truths undermined by the "bad faith" of unconfessed doubt and irony. The landscape, particularly with its towering lone tree, will be familiar to anyone who saw Kiarostami's last film, ``Taste of Cherry,'' as will the general obliqueness of what is to follow. The techniques of obliqueness and irony suited their purposes. |
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