/
ˈdɛkeɪd,
dɪˈkeɪd/
n.
- a period of ten years.
- a set or group of ten.
▸a range of electrical resistances or other quantities spanning from one to ten times a base value.
- each of the five divisions of each chapter of the rosary.
Derivative
Usage
The second pronunciation, with the stress on -cade (sounds like decayed), is disapproved of by some traditionalists. However, it is now widely regarded as a standard alternative.
Etymology
ME: via OFr. and late L. from Gk deka ‘ten’.
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