Definition

A person who tilts or jousts, often in a competitive context, such as in medieval tournaments.

Example

The tilters competed fiercely in the jousting tournament, showcasing their skills and bravery.

Conversation

Did you hear about the big tournament this weekend?

Yeah, I heard it's going to be exciting with some top tilters competing.

I can't wait to see who wins — I hope our friend makes it to the finals.

Me too! It'll be awesome to cheer for a fellow tilter.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tilter originates from the Old English word 'tilt', meaning to incline or lean. The suffix '-er' indicates a person who performs an action. Therefore, a 'tilter' is a person who tilts or leans something, often used in the context of jousting or tilting at a target.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'leans' or 'inclines' ('tilt') something, and the '-er' means it's a person doing that action. A tilter is someone who tilts.

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