noun. an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others he had an inclination to give up too easily|a tendency to be too strict |
noun. (astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees |
noun. (geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis) |
noun. (physics) the angle that a magnetic needle makes with the plane of the horizon |
noun. that toward which you are inclined to feel a liking her inclination is for classical music |
noun. the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical the tower had a pronounced tilt|the ship developed a list to starboard|he walked with a heavy inclination to the right |
noun. a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect the alkaline inclination of the local waters|fabric with a tendency to shrink |
noun. the act of inclining; bending forward an inclination of his head indicated his agreement |
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