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Angle of inclination

noun

(geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis). Synonym: inclination.

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... capable of firing at an angle only a few degrees less than the absolute vertical, and in order to follow the rapid and involved movements of its objective, must be so mobile that it can be trained through a complete circle at any angle of inclination less than its maximum. At the same time, if the weapon is being used in field operations it must be mounted upon a carriage of adequate mobility to enable it to follow the airship, and thereby keep pace with the latter, so that the aerial craft may be sorely harassed if not ...

— Aeroplanes and Dirigibles of War • Frederick A. Talbot

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