decan Meaning & Definition
What Does Decan Mean?
Decan is used as a noun meaning One of a collection of 36 small constellations or zodiacal subdivisions that appear heliacally at intervals of 10 days or are separated by approximately 10 degrees. As a verb, it means To remove (something, especially nuclear reactor fuel) from a can or similar protective enclosure, cladding, etc.
Decan at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdɛkən/ |
| Plural | decans |
| Verb forms | decans, decanning, decanned |
Decan Definition (Noun)
- One of a collection of 36 small constellations or zodiacal subdivisions that appear heliacally at intervals of 10 days or are separated by approximately 10 degrees.
Decan as a Verb
- To remove (something, especially nuclear reactor fuel) from a can or similar protective enclosure, cladding, etc.
Synonyms of Decan
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Decan synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
decan (plural decans)
decan (third-person singular simple present decans, present participle decanning, simple past and past participle decanned)
Origin of Decan
Origin 1: From Late Latin decānus.[1]
Origin 2: From de- + can.
Common Questions About Decan
Is decan a noun or a verb?
Decan is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of decan?
The plural of decan is decans.
What is the past tense of decan?
The past tense of decan is decanned. The present participle is decanning.