declivity
IPA: dɪkɫˈɪvʌti
noun
- (geomorphology) The downward slope of a curve.
- A downward bend in a path.
- (entomology) An inward curve of the exoskeleton of an insect, such as between body segments; a segment of an insect's body where the exoskeleton curves inward.
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Examples of "declivity" in Sentences
- He experienced a declivity.
- He went down on a declivity.
- The car went into a declivity.
- The men had to follow the declivity.
- Propodeal declivity almost straight in profile.
- The growth halted and went through a declivity.
- The interstice has similar tubercle on posterior declivity.
- But what of that kind of pit which we associate with a declivity
- At the ancient sanctuary, there was built against a rock declivity.
- A catch or block called a trigger may be used to hold a wheel on a declivity.
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