CEFR C2

declination

noun

Meaning

The angular distance of a celestial body north or south of the celestial equator, or the angular difference between magnetic north and true north.

Examples

Astronomers use a star's declination along with its right ascension to pinpoint its exact location in the sky.
Navigators must account for magnetic declination to accurately plot their course using a compass.

Synonyms: deviation, deflection, variation

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declination (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌdɛklɪˈneɪʃən/

Definition

The angular distance of a celestial body north or south of the celestial equator, or the angular difference between magnetic north and true north.

Examples

Astronomers use a star's declination along with its right ascension to pinpoint its exact location in the sky.
Navigators must account for magnetic declination to accurately plot their course using a compass.
The Earth's magnetic declination varies across the globe and changes slowly over time.

Synonyms of declination

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Antonyms of declination

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