Meaning of the word slough in English

What does slough mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

slough

US /slʌf/

UK /slʌf/

a swamp or shallow lake system, especially one forming part of a river or other drainage system

Example:

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The boat got stuck in the muddy slough.

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Wildlife thrives in the peaceful slough.

Synonym:

swamp marsh bog mire quagmire

(of a snake or other animal) cast off or shed (a skin)

Example:

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The snake began to slough its old skin.

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Dead cells slough off the skin regularly.

Synonym:

shed cast off discard moult exfoliate