Shed

To let something fall off or come away from something else, like when a tree loses its leaves in the fall or a snake sheds its skin to grow.

Examples

• As autumn arrives, the trees begin to shed their colorful leaves, creating a beautiful carpet of reds, yellows, and oranges on the ground.
• After the winter months, snakes shed their old skin to make way for new growth, which helps them stay healthy and strong.
• During our science project, we learned how frogs shed their skin to help keep their bodies clean and to protect themselves from predators.

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