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1. magnetic_declination
noun. the angle (at a particular location) between magnetic north and true north.
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2. 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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- declination (English)
- declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
- declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
3. declination
noun. a polite refusal of an invitation.
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- declination (English)
- declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
- declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
4. declination
noun. a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state.
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- declination (English)
- declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
- declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
5. declination
noun. a downward slope or bend.
Etymology
- declination (English)
- declinacioun (Middle English (1100-1500))
- declination (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
6. magnetic
adjective. ['mægˈnɛtɪk'] having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel.
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7. magnetic
adjective. ['mægˈnɛtɪk'] possessing an extraordinary ability to attract.