moult (n.)

  1. periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles

    [ Syn: molt , molting , moulting , ecdysis ]

    moult (v.)

  1. cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; our dog sheds every Spring

    [ Syn: shed , molt , exuviate , slough ]

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