Definition

A noun that refers to a change in direction or a decrease in quality, often used in contexts like astronomy or general decline.

Example

The declination of the star was measured to determine its position in the sky.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about the concept of declination in astronomy?

Yeah, it has to do with the position of stars, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how it measures the angle from the celestial equator.

It really is interesting; I love learning about how the universe works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Declination → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "clinare" (meaning to lean or incline). The word refers to the act of leaning away or down from a particular point, often used in contexts like astronomy or geography to describe the angle of a celestial body from the celestial equator.

Memory Tip

Think of 'leaning down' ('de-' means down and 'clinare' means to lean) to remember that declination refers to an angle of leaning away from a reference point.

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