descent
Pronunciation:
/dɪˈsɛnt/noun
Definitions
An instance of descending; act of coming down.
Example: We climbed the mountain with difficulty, but the descent was easier.
A way down.
Example: We had difficulty in finding the correct descent.
A sloping passage or incline.
Example: The descent into the cavern was wet and slippery.
Lineage or hereditary derivation.
Example: Our guide was of Welsh descent.