it derives from a 15th Century word 'Kilter or Kelter' meaning 'good condition' Further to that origin unknown. Off kilter thus meaning not functioning properly.
As off or out of kilter (1620s) variant of dialectak kelter (circa1600) "good condition, order," of unknown origin, perhaps associated with kelt/celt referring to fine quality of Celtic manufacture.
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A Parenthetical Expression Is A Sentence Set Off By A Comma After A Subject.
The expression "off-kilter" uses the word kilter, which means "good condition". To be off-kilter is to be out of good condition, or faulty. The word is first seen in the 1630's and 40's, as the English word "kelter". Other than this, the origin is unknown.
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The cast of Off Kilter TV - 2012 includes: Zac Currier as Lambert Caroline Andrew Elledge Nick Estep Corey Krueger
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Yes, but he's so goofy and off-kilter he doesn't get very far in his villainy.
As off or out of kilter (1620s) variant of dialectak kelter (circa1600) "good condition, order," of unknown origin, perhaps associated with kelt/celt referring to fine quality of Celtic manufacture.
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The New Wave style of expression originated in Europe.
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The New Wave style of expression originated in Europe.
From someone who wasnt getting any!
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