Meaning askew
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askew1570s, of uncertain etymology; perhaps literally "on skew" (see skew), or from the Old Norse form, a ska. Earlier askoye is attested in the same sense (early 15c.).
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askew(adj) turned or twisted toward one side(adv) turned or twisted to one side
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askew
Turned or twisted to one side.
(figuratively) Untoward, unfavourable.
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