shedding

(noun) the process whereby something is shed. Synonyms: sloughing.

(noun) loss of bits of outer skin by peeling or shedding or coming off in scales. Synonyms: desquamation, peeling.

(verb) get rid of. Synonyms: shed, cast, cast off, shake off, throw, throw off, throw away, drop. Examples: "He shed his image as a pushy boss." "Shed your clothes."

(verb) pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities. Synonyms: spill, shed, pour forth. Examples: "Shed tears." "Spill blood." "God shed his grace on thee."

(verb) cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over. Synonyms: spill, shed, disgorge. Example: "Spill the beans all over the table."

(verb) cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers. Synonyms: shed, molt, exuviate, moult, slough. Example: "Our dog sheds every spring."