trough

[trɒf]

trough Definition

• 1. a long, narrow container without a lid that usually holds water or food for farm animals
• 2. a low point in a business cycle where there is a decrease in economic activity
• 3. a long, narrow depression in the ocean floor

Using trough: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "trough" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The pigs were eating from the trough.

• Example

  The economy is currently in a trough.

• Example

  The ship sailed through the trough of the wave.

trough Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trough

• container
• basin
• bowl
• recession
• slump
• depression
• ditch
• channel
• vat

Antonyms for trough

• peak
• boom

Idioms Using trough

• hit the trough

  reach a low point in a business cycle or economic activity

  Example

  The stock market hit the trough last week, but it's starting to recover now.

• pig trough

  a situation where people are competing for limited resources or benefits

  Example

  The election turned into a pig trough, with candidates attacking each other and making false claims.

• trough of a wave

  the lowest part of a wave

  Example

  The boat dipped into the trough of a wave and then rose up again.

Phrases with trough

• trough sink

  a sink that is built into a long, narrow countertop and does not have a raised rim

  Example

  The bathroom had a modern trough sink with two faucets.

• trough gardening

  a method of gardening that involves planting crops in a long, narrow container

  Example

  Trough gardening is a great way to grow herbs and vegetables in small spaces.

• trough feeder

  a device used to hold and dispense feed for farm animals

  Example

  The farmer filled the trough feeder with hay for the cows.

Origins of trough

from Old English 'trōh', meaning 'a trough, wooden vessel'

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Summary: trough in Brief

The term 'trough' [trɒf] refers to a long, narrow container for holding water or food for farm animals. It also denotes a low point in a business cycle or economic activity, as well as a long, narrow depression in the ocean floor. Examples include 'The pigs were eating from the trough,' 'The economy is currently in a trough,' and 'The ship sailed through the trough of the wave.' Phrases like 'trough sink' and 'trough gardening' extend the term's usage, while idioms like 'hit the trough' and 'pig trough' describe reaching a low point or competing for limited resources.