a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state
a downward slope or bend
(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
a polite refusal of an invitation
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The paper analyzed the cause of the declination in a raise boring. 这文章分析了天井钻进偏斜的原因。
The declination course started in the left ventricle prior to the rightventaide. 心室舒张功能的减退左室先于右室。
Average outside diameter allowed declination of drawing brass and brass alloy tube. 拉制铜及铜合金管平均外径允许偏差。
Moral obligation prohibits declination of the call. 义不容辞
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[ˌdeklə'neɪʃən]
