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单词 decrescent
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Definition of decrescent in English:

decrescent

adjective dɪˈkrɛs(ə)ntdəˈkres(ə)nt
  • (of the moon) waning.

    (月亮)下弦的

    the keen-sighted watcher may catch a glimpse of the slender decrescent moon
    Example sentencesExamples
    • The waning moon was "decrescent".

Origin

Early 17th century: from Latin decrescent- 'growing less', from the verb decrescere (see decrease).

Definition of decrescent in US English:

decrescent

adjectivedəˈkres(ə)nt
  • attributive (of the moon) waning.

    (月亮)下弦的

    the keen-sighted watcher may catch a glimpse of the slender decrescent moon
    Example sentencesExamples
    • The waning moon was "decrescent".

Origin

Early 17th century: from Latin decrescent- ‘growing less’, from the verb decrescere (see decrease).

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