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Definition of shedder
shedder
/ˈʃɛd.ər/
shed · der
Plural:shedders
shedder Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
An animal, especially a domestic pet such as a dog or cat, that naturally loses or casts off a noticeable amount of hair, fur, or skin.
Example
"Because our golden retriever is a heavy shedder, we have to vacuum the living room rug almost every day."
2
A crab, lobster, or other crustacean that is in the process of molting or has recently cast off its old shell.
Example
"Local fishermen prize the soft-shelled shedder as prime bait when fishing in coastal waters."
3
A person who causes something, especially blood or tears, to flow or be spilled.
Example
"The ancient chronicle condemned the tyrant as a ruthless shedder of innocent blood."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shedder. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shedder