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Shed Feathers Crossword Clue
There are 5 exact and 131 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
MOULT which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MOULT
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MOULT" which means:
- noun
- • Periodic shedding of the cuticle in arthropods or the outer skin in reptiles verb
- • Cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers
An example sentence would be:
- • "Snakes moult their skin regularly."
- • "Birds moult their feathers before migration."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick11 Aug 2014 | Down 18 | |
| New York Times31 Aug 1992 | Across 20 | |
| New York Times18 May 1986 | Down 16 | |
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