Moult — synonyms, definition

1. moult (Noun) Brit, Cdn

4 synonyms
ecdysis molt molting moulting
1 definition

moult (Noun) — Periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles.

2 types of
shedding sloughing

2. moult (Verb) Brit, Cdn

3 synonyms
exuviate shed slough
1 definition

moult (Verb) — Cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers. ex. "our dog moults every Spring"

9 types of
cast cast off drop lose shake off shed throw throw away throw off
2 types
desquamate peel off