declination
/ˌdɛklɪˈneɪʃən/
declination
English
Noun
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Definition
At a given point, the angle between magnetic north and true north.
Etymology
From Middle English declinacioun, borrowed from Middle French declination, from Latin declinatio. Doublet of declension.
Example Sentences
- "the queen's declination from marriage"
- "declination of the head"
- "the declination of monarchy"
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