What is another word for moult?
Pronunciation: [mˈə͡ʊlt] (IPA) 
The term "moult," which refers to the shedding of fur, feathers, or skin, can be seen across various instances in the animal kingdom. Synonyms for this word, which denote the act of shedding, include "shedding," "molting," "casting," and "exuviation." When the term is used in reference to avians, it is often replaced with "molt." The process of molting takes place during the bird's inactive season, usually autumn or winter. Any reference to the process of shedding and growing new feathers can be described as "plumage replacement." Similar terminology can be found across other species. For example, when reptiles shed their skin, it is often referred to as "sloughing" or "ecdysis.
