sloughing

[US]/[ˈslaʊɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈslaʊɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the process of shedding or molting
v.to shed or molt
v. -ingTo gradually wear away or erode.

Phrases & Collocations

sloughing off skin

sloughing process

sloughing layers

sloughing skin

sloughed off

sloughing repeatedly

sloughing now

sloughed already

sloughing heavily

sloughing quickly

Example Sentences

the snake was observed sloughing its skin in a nearby forest.

after the burn, the patient experienced significant sloughing of tissue.

regular exfoliation can help prevent excessive sloughing of the skin.

the fish farm reported widespread sloughing among their stock.

the doctor recommended a cream to minimize further sloughing.

we noticed the tree bark sloughing off in several places.

the process of sloughing is essential for snake growth and renewal.

the wound showed signs of sloughing, requiring careful monitoring.

the patient's condition improved after the sloughing subsided.

the lab analyzed samples to determine the cause of the sloughing.

the veterinarian advised a special diet to reduce skin sloughing.

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