What does slough mean?

v. to naturally shed something, like dead skin or leaves.; n. a feeling of being very sad and without hope.; a wet, muddy, and swampy area of land.

slough - Meaning, Definition & Examples

verb

R

to naturally shed something, like dead skin or leaves.

It's important to regularly slough away dead skin for a healthier complexion.

noun

R

a feeling of being very sad and without hope.

After losing her job, she fell into a slough of despair.

R

a wet, muddy, and swampy area of land.

After the rain, the garden turned into a slough, making it difficult to walk through.

to naturally shed something, like dead skin or leaves.

a feeling of being very sad and without hope.; a wet, muddy, and swampy area of land.

3rd Present sloughs

Past sloughed

Perfect sloughed

Progressive sloughing

Plural sloughs