tiltedrod

noun
UK /ˈtɪltɪd rɒd/
US /ˈtɪltɪd rɑːd/

A rod that is leaning to one side instead of standing straight.

The little flag on the tiltedrod leaned over in the wind.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A measuring stick held at an angle to check slopes.

The builder used a tiltedrod to see how steep the hill was.

3. A fishing pole resting at a slant on a stand.

He set the tiltedrod on the bank and waited for a bite.

4. A slanted metal bar used to guide a machine part.

The tiltedrod pushed the box gently to the side.