shedder

[ shed-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that sheds. shed.
2. a lobster, crab, etc., just before it molts.

shedder

/ ˈʃɛdə /

noun

1. a person or thing that sheds
2. an animal, such as a llama, snake, or lobster, that moults
3. a person who milks cows in a milking shed

Word History and Origins

Origin of shedder¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; shed ², -er ¹

Example Sentences

Walters did pronounce herself guilty of being “dreadfully sentimental” at times and was famous for making her subjects cry, with Oprah Winfrey and Ringo Starr among the more famous tear shedders.

From Seattle Times

When this line turns pinkish or red, the crab is referred to as a “shedder.”

From Washington Post

Authorities and experts are investigating the cases for possible re-infection or whether they are persistent shedders from their earlier infection, the health ministry said.

From Reuters

It found that a small percentage of people might be long-term “shedders” of the virus — for up to 22 days.

From Washington Post

We also know the rotating paddles in top-loaders apply a lot of mechanical pressure to garments and are therefore regarded as big shedders of microfibres.

From BBC