decan

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   One of a collection of 36 small constellations or zodiacal subdivisions that appear heliacally at intervals of 10 days or are separated by approximately 10 degrees.

Verb

1. 1
   To remove (something, especially nuclear reactor fuel) from a can or similar protective enclosure, cladding, etc.

Proper noun

1. 1
   Alternative spelling of Deccan.