Definition of "descent" in English

noun

1. An instance of descending; act of coming down.

   • We climbed the mountain with difficulty, but the descent was easier.

2. A way down.

   • We had difficulty in finding the correct descent.

3. A sloping passage or incline.

   • The descent into the cavern was wet and slippery.

4. Lineage or hereditary derivation.

   • Our guide was of Welsh descent.

5. A drop to a lower status or condition; decline.

   • After that, the holiday went into a steep descent.

6. A falling upon or invasion.

7. (topology) A particular extension of the idea of gluing.