Trough Mnemonic

Explore definitions and mnemonics for trough.

trough

trough

/tɹɑf/

Examples

a narrow depression (as in the earth or between ocean waves or in the ocean bed)

noun

a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater

noun

a concave shape with an open top

noun

a treasury for government funds

noun

a long narrow shallow receptacle

noun

a container (usually in a barn or stable) from which cattle or horses feed

noun
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"Trough + Cough. The valley between hills where water coughs up in streams."

"Trough + Cough. When the pig coughs, it eats from the trough."

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