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(1):

(n.) The angular distance of a heavenly body from the ecliptic.

(2):

(n.) Extent; size; amplitude; scope.

(3):

(n.) Extent from side to side, or distance sidewise from a given point or line; breadth; width.

(4):

(n.) Extent or breadth of signification, application, etc.; extent of deviation from a standard, as truth, style, etc.

(5):

(n.) Distance north or south of the equator, measured on a meridian.

(6):

(n.) Room; space; freedom from confinement or restraint; hence, looseness; laxity; independence.