† ˈmoultard Obs. rare.
In 5 mowtard, 7 (erron.) moultered.
[f. moult v. + -ard.]
A moulter; a bird that is shedding its plumage.
| c 1440 Promp. Parv. 347/2 Mowtare, or mowtard, byrde, plutor. 1650 R. Gentilis Considerations 58 Whereas the other moultered..runnes and flyes without stay or guide. |