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Declination Definition & Meaning

declination
noun
  1. a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state
  2. a downward slope or bend
  3. (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
  4. a polite refusal of an invitation

"Declination" in song lyrics

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  • "betelgeuse declination"
    AOL — AOL
  • "magnetic declination"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does declination mean?
a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state a downward slope or bend (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 a polite refusal of an invitation
What part of speech is declination?
Declination is a noun.
How many definitions does declination have?
Declination has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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