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Declination

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

(astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial body north or to the south of the celestial equator

Framework senses

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§1
a polite refusal of an invitation
§2
(astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial body north or to the south of the celestial equator
§3
a downward slope or bend
§4
a condition inferior to an earlier condition