Molt (Verb)
Meaning
Cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers; "our dog sheds every Spring".
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- Our dog molts every Spring, leaving a thick layer of fur on the carpet.
- As snakes grow, they continually molt their skin in a process that can take several hours.
- After a stressful season, the birds began to molt their worn feathers, preparing for a fresh start.
- Many reptiles molt as part of their growth cycle, a necessary process for development.
- Some insects undergo a dramatic transformation when they molt, emerging with new body structures and abilities.