trough
/trˈɔf/
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Definitions
Noun
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
More General Terms
channel
concave shape
concavity
container
depression
exchequer
incurvation
incurvature
natural depression
receptacle
treasury