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Sloughing

Sloughing Meaning & Definition
Sloughing Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Sloughing?

[n] the process whereby something is shed

Synonyms | Synonyms for Sloughing: shedding

Related Terms | Find terms related to Sloughing:

See Also | abscission | biological process | ecdysis | molt | molting | moult | moulting | organic process

Sloughing In Webster's Dictionary

\Slough"ing\, n. (Zo["o]l.) The act of casting off the skin or shell, as do insects and crustaceans; ecdysis.

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