What Does DEC Stand For?
DEC stands for Declination
DEC stands for Declination, which is an astronomical term that refers to the angle between an object in the sky and the celestial equator. It is one of the two coordinates used in the equatorial coordinate system, the other being right ascension. Declination is measured in degrees, and it indicates whether the object is located north or south of the celestial equator, facilitating the precise positioning and tracking of celestial objects.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym