Shedding: meaning, definitions and examples

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shedding

 

[ หˆสƒษ›dษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

animal care

The process of losing old feathers, hair, or skin in order to replace them with new ones.

Synonyms

casting, molting, moulting.

Examples of usage

  • The shedding of snakeskin is a natural process.
  • Regular brushing can help prevent excessive shedding in dogs.
  • During shedding season, birds may appear less colorful.
  • The shedding of feathers in birds is essential for flight.
  • The shedding of fur in cats can be reduced with proper nutrition.
Context #2 | Noun

emotional

The act of getting rid of something or someone that is no longer wanted or needed.

Synonyms

discarding, letting go, removing.

Examples of usage

  • The shedding of toxic relationships is important for personal growth.
  • Healing involves shedding old habits and beliefs.
  • The shedding of tears can be a cathartic release of emotions.
  • Shedding old belongings can declutter your life.
  • Forgiveness involves shedding resentment towards others.
Context #3 | Verb

light

To cast off or lose a natural growth or covering.

Synonyms

cast off, molt, moult.

Examples of usage

  • In summer, trees shed their leaves.
  • Snakes shed their skin periodically.
  • Dogs shed their fur in preparation for warmer weather.
  • The cat is shedding its winter coat.
  • Bearded dragons shed their skin as they grow.

Translations

Translations of the word "shedding" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น derramamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคนเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Abwerfen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penumpahan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะบะธะดะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zrzucanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่„ฑ่ฝ (ใ ใคใ‚‰ใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ derramamiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรถkรผlme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒˆ๋ฝ (talrak)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุณุงู‚ุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ shazovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zhadzovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่„ฑ่ฝ (tuลluรฒ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ odpadanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ losun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฏัั–ะฟ า›ะฐะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒงแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tรถkรผlmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ derramamiento

Etymology

The word 'shedding' originates from the Middle English word 'schedden', which means 'to divide, separate'. Over time, it evolved to encompass the concept of 'casting off' or 'getting rid of'. The term has been used in various contexts, from describing the natural process of animals losing old coverings to symbolizing emotional growth and release.

See also: shed.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,731, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.