trough

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\ ˈtrȯf

, ˈtrȯth, by bakers often ˈtrō \

plural troughs\ ˈtrȯfs

, ˈtrȯvz ; ˈtrȯths , ˈtrȯ(t͟h)z ; ˈtrōz \

Definition of trough

1a : a long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals

b : any of various domestic or industrial containers

2a : a conduit, drain, or channel for water especially : a gutter along the eaves of a building

b : a long and narrow or shallow channel or depression (as between waves or hills) especially : a long but shallow depression in the bed of the sea — compare trench

3 : the minimum point of a complete cycle of a periodic function: such as

a : an elongated area of low barometric pressure

b : the low point in a business cycle

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The economy is in a trough right now. all of the wiring for the converted residential loft is concealed in a vertical trough

Recent Examples on the Web But the leading edge of a new low pressure trough will begin to show on Wednesday. — Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2021 Simply erecting a shade over a water trough or tank can make the water quite cool. — Arkansas Online, 21 June 2021 This trough will support a showery pattern and temps running a few degrees below normal for mid June. — oregonlive, 7 June 2021 The effect will be enhanced this weekend by a weak trough that will pass to the north of San Diego. — Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2021 Dogecoin lost nearly two-thirds of its value at one point last month, and Ethereum was off 60% from peak to trough. — Bernhard Warner, Fortune, 1 June 2021 However, record-high prices and worries about labor shortages saw Lowe’s continue to close down – which may soon present an opportune buying opportunity for investors who missed the 2020 buy-in trough. — Q.ai - Investing Reimagined, Forbes, 24 May 2021 The rust-resistant 24-inch-long trough has a replaceable coconut fiber liner, a natural material that holds in soil, but allows water to drain out. — Adrienne Jordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2021 The upper-level trough will account for dramatic temperature changes in a number of cities along its path. — Jorge L. Ortiz, USA TODAY, 3 May 2021

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