Slough(verb)
To shed, cast off, or get rid of something.
Hindi meaning:त्याग देना / उतार फेंकना
Synonyms: Shed, Discard, Remove, Cast off
Antonyms: Keep, Retain, Preserve, Hold
Example: The snake began to slough its old skin during the summer.
Trick to remember: Slough sounds like slowly throw — when you throw away an old layer, you slough it off.
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