molt

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Molt' describes the process by which animals shed old feathers, hair, or skin, often seasonally, to enable new growth. It's like when you see a bird losing its feathers and then growing new ones.

Examples in Different Contexts

In literature, 'molt' can symbolize transformation or rebirth. An author might write, 'Much like a snake molts its skin, the protagonist sheds his old self, emerging renewed.'

Practice Scenarios

Sustainability

Scenario:

When researching sustainable practices in nature, it's interesting to examine how birds maintain flight efficiency. Especially, their self-maintenance behaviors are quite impressive.

Response:

Indeed. A perfect example would be how birds molt their feathers to reduce drag and increase their flight efficiency.

Innovation

Scenario:

The great challenge in designing long-lasting materials is to incorporate self-regeneration. Looking at nature might provide us some exciting answers.

Response:

You're right. We should look at how animals, like snakes, molt their skin for ideas on creating self-renewing materials.