(1):

(a.) Having steps; - said of a cross each of whose extremities finishes in steps growing larger as they leave the center; - termed also on degrees.

(2):

(imp. & p. p.) of Degrade

(3):

(a.) Having the typical characters or organs in a partially developed condition, or lacking certain parts.

(4):

(a.) Reduced in rank, character, or reputation; debased; sunken; low; base.