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MOULT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Moult.

Moult - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ecdysis13molt6molting10moulting11

Moult - as a verb

Cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers

Example: "Our dog sheds every spring"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exuviate18molt6shed8slough10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cast6drop7shake offshed8throw11throw awaythrow off
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Snakes moult their skin regularly."
"Birds moult their feathers before migration."
"During the hot season, cats tend to moult a lot."
"The dog's fur began to moult as winter approached."
"Some species of spiders moult to grow and develop."
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Word Game Points

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

MOULT has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is MOULT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, moult is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MOULT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is MOULT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, moult is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MOULT has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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