Associations to the word «Molting»

Wiktionary

MOLT, verb. US standard spelling of moult.
MOLT, noun. US standard spelling of moult.

Dictionary definition

MOLT, noun. Periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles.
MOLT, verb. Cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; "our dog sheds every Spring".

Wise words

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