moult
Translation
to moult, to shed
Examples
The snake will moult its skin.
The snake will moult its skin.
Our dog moults twice a year.
Our dog moults twice a year.
Grammar Patterns
((animal)) moults describes an animal shedding its skin, feathers, or hair The dog moults in the summer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shed, cast off
Etymology
Possibly from Latin 'mutare' (to change).
Memory Tips
Think of an animal 'moulting' its old 'outfit'.