Definition of Shedding

1. Noun. The process whereby something is shed.

Exact synonyms: Sloughing
Specialized synonyms: Abscission, Ecdysis, Molt, Molting, Moult, Moulting
Generic synonyms: Biological Process, Organic Process
Derivative terms: Shed, Slough

2. Noun. Loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales.
Exact synonyms: Desquamation, Peeling
Generic synonyms: Organic Phenomenon
Derivative terms: Desquamate, Peel

Definition of Shedding

1. n. The act of shedding, separating, or casting off or out; as, the shedding of blood.

Definition of Shedding

1. shed [v] - See also: shed

Medical Definition of Shedding

1. 1. The act of shedding, separating, or casting off or out; as, the shedding of blood. 2. That which is shed, or cast off. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Shedding

shebeans
shebeen
shebeened
shebeens
shechita
shechitas
shed
shed
shedable
sheddable
shedded
shedder
shedder
shedders
shedding (current term)
shedding (current term)
sheddings
shedlike
sheds
shed blood
shed light on
Sheehan's syndrome
sheel
sheeled
sheeling
sheeling
sheels
sheely
sheen
sheened

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