Shedding — synonyms, definition

1. shedding (Noun)

3 synonyms

desquamation peeling sloughing

2 definitions

shedding (Noun) — The process whereby something is shed.

shedding (Noun) — Loss of bits of outer skin by peeling, shedding or coming off in scales.

3 types of

biological process organic phenomenon organic process

6 types

abscission ecdysis molt molting moult moulting

2. shedding (Verb)

14 synonyms

casting casting off disgorging dropping exuviating losing molting moulting pouring forth shaking off spilling throwing throwing away throwing off

4 definitions

shedding (Verb) — Get rid of. ex. "he shed his image as a pushy boss" ex. "shed your clothes"

shedding (Verb) — Pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities. ex. "shed tears" ex. "God shed His grace on Thee"

shedding (Verb) — Cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over. ex. "shed the beans all over the table"

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

7 types of

displacing moving pouring removing taking taking away withdrawing

7 types

abscising autotomising autotomizing desquamating exfoliating peeling off seeding