Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shedder
noun
ˈʃɛdər
Definition
A person or thing that sheds or loses something, such as hair, leaves, or skin.
Examples
- The dog is a heavy shedder, leaving fur all over the house.
- During autumn, many trees become shedders as they lose their leaves.
- The snake is a shedder, regularly shedding its skin as it grows.
Meaning
Refers to an entity that regularly discards or loses certain parts during its life cycle, often relating to animals or plants.
Synonyms
- caster
- loser
- dropping
