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As an adjective, "deferent" is a synonym for "deferential," which means showing great respect.
As a noun, "deferent" refers to one of the components of the orbit of a planet in the geocentric model used by Ptolemy. The deferent was a large circle, with a smaller circle called an epicycle whose center moved along the deferent.
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What is the deference between onshore and offshore production?
I assume you mean "difference" and not "deference". Onshore means on dry land. Offshore means out in the water. Offshore drilling is out in the water, like in the Gulf of Mexico. Onshore drilling means on land, like in Wyoming and Texas.
How do you use the word deference in a sentence?
Out of deference to the older man, I allowed him to enter the room before me.He addressed her politely, with the deference due her social position.It is usually wise to show deference to your supervisors and managers.It is the Lord that you must give deference to.
Deference in a sentence?
It is the Lord that you must give deference to.
What is the meaning of deference and how is it used in a sentence?
Deference means to defer to what somebody else says or wants to do. You put your own opinion aside and do it their way. If somebody else reads my answer and thinks it is OK but not perfect, but they choose not to "improve" this answer by adding their own answer, they are showing deference to my first answer.
Is kowtow an adjective?
No. Kowtow is a verb. It means to show deference, especially in an exaggerated or obsequious manner.
What does it mean to feel revering?
re·vered, re·ver·ing, re·veresTo regard with awe, deference, and devotion.
What is the deference between 5 and .5?
Not sure about deference, but the difference is 4.5
What is the deference between GC and GCHS?
What is deference GC, HPLC & GCHS
What is the definition of deference?
The definition of the word deference is "humble submission and respect."
Can you give a sentence using the word deference?
I defer from your answer.
What would be an example of deference?
Another term for deference is submission or the act of being passive. A person can have deference to authority by simply following all rules.
What are some good example sentences for deference?
Show some deference to your parents and help them with the groceries.With all deference, the board needs to rescind their offer of a buyout to the former president of the college.
How can you use the word deference in a sentence?
With deference to your teacher, I suspect that you aught to have come up with this sentence yourself.
What is the deference between onshore and offshore production?
I assume you mean "difference" and not "deference". Onshore means on dry land. Offshore means out in the water. Offshore drilling is out in the water, like in the Gulf of Mexico. Onshore drilling means on land, like in Wyoming and Texas.
How do you use the word deference in a sentence?
Out of deference to the older man, I allowed him to enter the room before me.He addressed her politely, with the deference due her social position.It is usually wise to show deference to your supervisors and managers.It is the Lord that you must give deference to.
Is deference a noun?
Deference (meaning submission) is the correponding noun to the verb to defer (meaning to yield/submit (to the wishes of another).
What is a ledger in?
deference for expenses and income
