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molting

 

[ หˆmoสŠltษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

animal behavior

The process of shedding old feathers, hair, or skin to make way for new growth. Molting is a natural biological process that allows animals to replace worn-out or damaged outer layers.

Synonyms

casting off, shedding, sloughing

Examples of usage

  • The bird was molting its feathers in preparation for the upcoming winter season.
  • Snakes undergo molting to shed their old skin and reveal a shiny new one.
Context #2 | Noun

birdwatching

The periodic shedding of feathers by birds to replace damaged or worn-out ones. Molting is crucial for maintaining a bird's ability to fly and stay insulated.

Synonyms

feather replacement, plumage renewal

Examples of usage

  • During molting season, bird watchers can observe a variety of feather colors and patterns.
  • The molting process can affect a bird's appearance and behavior.

Translations

Translations of the word "molting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น muda

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเคฏเคพเค‚เคคเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hรคutung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ganti kulit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะธะฝัะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ linienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่„ฑ็šฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ muda

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tรผy dรถkme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒˆํ”ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู†ุณู„ุงุฎ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ svlรฉkรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zhadzovanie koลพe

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่œ•็šฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ levitev

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hamskipti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฏั€ะปะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒก แƒชแƒ•แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™rini dษ™yiลŸmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ muda

Etymology

The term 'molting' originates from the Old English word 'molt', meaning to shed feathers or skin. The process of molting has been observed in various animal species for centuries, with references found in ancient texts and folklore. Molting plays a vital role in the growth and regeneration of feathers, hair, or skin, ensuring the health and survival of the animals. Throughout history, humans have studied and utilized molting behavior for scientific research, fashion, and cultural symbolism.

See also: molt.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,940, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.