bough
nounHow to pronounce bough:
Definition of bough:
- bough (noun):
- a main branch
- a branch of a tree
- any of the larger branches of a tree.
- a subdivision or section of an organization
Synonyms for bough:
arm
branch
limb
offshoot
shoot
spray
spur
tree branch
twig
Antonyms for bough:
trunk
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The English language exhibits a phenomenon called 'schwa deletion', where unstressed syllables are often pronounced as a quick, neutral vowel sound or omitted.
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