About The Word Sloughing
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Sloughing
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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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