Vocabulary Entry

declination

|noun • noun

noun

The angle between the Earth's magnetic field and the horizontal plane.

Example Sentences

"The declination of the compass can vary depending on your location."

"Navigators need to account for magnetic declination to ensure accurate course plotting."

"Changes in declination can affect flight paths for aircraft."

noun

Example Sentences

"The declination of the hill made climbing difficult."

"This park features a gentle declination leading to a serene lake."

"We noticed the declination of the trail as we hiked through the forest."