Slue1. (n.) A slough; a run or wet place. See Slough.
2. (v. t.) To turn about a fixed point, usually the center or axis, as a spar or piece of timber; to turn; -- used also of any heavy body.
3. (v. t.) In general, to turn about; to twist; -- often used reflexively and followed by round.
4. (v. i.) To turn about; to turn from the course; to slip or slide and turn from an expected or desired course; -- often followed by round.
5. (n.) See Sloough, 2.
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