trough
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/trɔːf/
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/trɒf/
A long, narrow container that animals use to eat or drink from.
The cows gathered around the trough to drink water.
牛群聚集在饲料槽周围喝水。
A long, narrow area of low air pressure found between two areas of high pressure.
The weather forecast predicts a trough moving in, bringing rain and cooler temperatures.
天气预报预测将有一个低气压槽移入,带来雨水和较低的温度。
A period of low activity or a downturn, especially in business or the economy.
The company is facing a trough in sales, but management is optimistic about the future.
公司正面临销售低谷,但管理层对未来持乐观态度。
A low area between two waves, hills, or mountains.
We walked through the trough between the two peaks, following the narrow path.
我们沿着狭窄的小路穿过两个山峰之间的低洼处。