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Trough
01
a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater
02
(geology) a long, narrow depression or hollow, often occurring naturally, such as in the landscape or ocean floor
03
a container (usually in a barn or stable) from which cattle or horses feed
04
a long narrow shallow receptacle
05
a treasury for government funds
06
a concave shape with an open top
trough
n
Example
The goat eagerly champed on the hay in the feeding trough.
The fault line created a trough in the landscape, marking the boundary between two tectonic plates.
The river carved a deep trough through the canyon over millions of years, creating stunning natural landscapes.
The troughs and ridges of sand dunes shift continuously in the desert as a result of wind erosion and deposition.
The sheep gathered around the feeding trough to eat their meal.
