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MOULTS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Moults.

Moults - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ecdysis13molt6molting10moulting11

Moults - 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

"During the colder months, many animals go through moults to shed their summer coats."
"The moults of certain insects can be used to determine their age."
"Some species of crustaceans experience multiple moults throughout their lifetime."
"The zookeepers carefully collected the moults from the reptile enclosure."
"The moults of certain bird species are highly sought after by collectors."
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Word Game Points

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

MOULTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is MOULTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, moults is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MOULTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is MOULTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, moults is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MOULTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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