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MOLTS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Molts.

Molts - as a noun

Periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ecdysis13molting10moult7moulting11

Molts - as a verb

Cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers

Example: "Our dog sheds every spring"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exuviate18moult7shed8slough10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cast6drop7shake offshed8throw11throw awaythrow off
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The lizard molts its skin to grow larger."
"The bird molts its feathers every year."
"The crab molts its exoskeleton to allow for growth."
"The caterpillar molts several times before becoming a butterfly."
"In the autumn, the deer molts its summer coat."
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Word Game Points

Is MOLTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, molts is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MOLTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is MOLTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, molts is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MOLTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is MOLTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, molts is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MOLTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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