GRE Word List

MOLT

to shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically

The meaning of the word molt is to shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically.

Random words

WordMeaning
requiteto make return for : repay
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
deftcharacterized by facility and skill
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
checkeredmarked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials
peerlessmatchless
prowessdistinguished bravery
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
patinaa usually green film formed naturally on copper and bronze by long exposure or artificially (as by acids) and often valued aesthetically for its color