Dictionary Check: shedding

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"shedding" is a valid word!

Scrabble 14 points
Words with Friends 15 points

Definition

noun

the process whereby something is shed

Synonyms:
sloughing
noun

loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales

Synonyms:
desquamation peeling
verb

to remove

Example: "he shed his image as a pushy boss"
Synonyms:
shed cast cast off shake off throw throw off throw away drop
verb

pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities

Example: "shed tears"
Synonyms:
spill shed pour forth
verb

cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over

Example: "spill the beans all over the table"
Synonyms:
spill shed disgorge
verb

cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers

Example: "our dog sheds every Spring"
Synonyms:
shed molt exuviate moult slough

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