Moult
/məʊlt/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Seasonal Moult
Animals often moult seasonally. Learners should associate 'moult' with periods of transition in animals. 
My pet rabbit usually moults at the start of spring.
Pro Tip 2/3Moult Indications
The condition of an animal's coat or feathers can indicate the moulting process is happening. 
The dog's scruffy appearance showed it was moulting.
Pro Tip 3/3Native Habitats
The moult's timing can reflect an animal's native habitat and climate adaptability. 
Arctic foxes moult to a white coat for winter camouflage.
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