A gradual lessening of power, intensity, or influence.

• A decline in strength, enthusiasm, or popularity.

The phase when the Moon’s illuminated portion decreases.

• The period of decreasing lunar light.

The closing or final stage of a period.

• The tail end of an era or trend.

A rounded edge on a board where bark remains.

• Lack of squared corner in sawn timber.

To diminish gradually in power, intensity, or extent.

• To decline in strength, enthusiasm, or popularity.

Of the Moon, to show a decreasing illuminated portion.

• To pass from full toward new.

Of light or brightness, to grow faint or weaker.

• To fade in luminance.