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1. declination

noun. (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial body north or to the south of the celestial equator; expressed in degrees; used with right ascension to specify positions on the celestial sphere.

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  • declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))

2. declination

noun. a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state.

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  • declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))

3. declination

noun. a downward slope or bend.

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  • declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))

4. declination

noun. a polite refusal of an invitation.

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Etymology

  • declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))

Sentences with declination


1. Noun, singular or mass
Press and hold the push button to set the declination angle and press the center crown when done.

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