moult (Meaning)
moult (n)
periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles
moult (v)
cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers
moult (v. t.)
To shed or cast the hair, feathers, skin, horns, or the like, as an animal or a bird.
To cast, as the hair, skin, feathers, or the like; to shed.
moult (n.)
The act or process of changing the feathers, hair, skin, etc.; molting.
moult (v. & n.)
See Molt.
Synonyms & Antonyms of moult
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moult Sentence Examples
- Snakes moult regularly to shed their old skin and reveal new, vibrant scales.
- As the eagle moulted its feathers, it soared majestically with a freshly sleek plumage.
- The parrot undergoes a gradual moult, replacing its vibrant feathers one at a time.
- During the autumn months, deciduous trees moult their leaves, leaving behind vibrant shades of gold and amber.
- The caterpillar moulted several times before emerging as a stunning butterfly.
- The moulting process of reptiles can be fascinating to observe, as they shed their old skin to make way for new growth.
- Some birds moult seasonally, replacing their worn-out feathers after breeding or migration.
- The moult cycle of spiders can vary depending on the species, affecting their ability to hunt and build webs.
- Mammals such as rabbits moult their fur twice a year, shedding their summer coat for a thicker winter one.
- The moult period of a lobster can be a critical time, as it sheds its old shell and becomes vulnerable until the new one hardens.
FAQs About the word moult
periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles, cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathersTo shed or cast the hair, feathers, skin, ho
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Snakes moult regularly to shed their old skin and reveal new, vibrant scales.
As the eagle moulted its feathers, it soared majestically with a freshly sleek plumage.
The parrot undergoes a gradual moult, replacing its vibrant feathers one at a time.
During the autumn months, deciduous trees moult their leaves, leaving behind vibrant shades of gold and amber.
