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declivity

/dɪˈklɪvɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does declivity mean?

noun

A slope or incline, especially one that is steep or precipitous. A downward slope or incline, especially one that is gradual or gentle.

Example

"The hikers navigated the steep declivity with caution, careful not to slip on the loose rocks."

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