declinational

/ˌdɛklɪˈneɪʃənəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to declination, especially the angular distance of a celestial body or magnetic variation.
    • Navigators use declinational tables to correct their compass readings.
    • The declinational offset must be calibrated before using the sextant.
    • The telescope's declinational axis allows it to track stars across the sky.
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