MeanOF

ebb

- noun (n)

Meaning: regression decline

Synonyms: abatement backflow decay decrease degeneration depreciation deterioration diminution drop dwindling fading away flagging going out lessening low tide low water outward flow petering out recession refluence reflux retreat retrocession retroflux shrinkage sinking slackening subsidence sweep wane waning weakening withdrawal

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