noun · the distinctive form in which a thing is made“pottery of this cast was found throughout the region”
noun · container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardensnoun · loose soil rich in organic matternoun · the process of becoming mildewednoun · a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matternoun · a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold“a lobster mold”
noun · a distinctive nature, character, or type“a leader in the mold of her predecessors”
noun · sculpture produced by moldingverb · form in clay, wax, etc“model a head with clay”
verb · become moldy; spoil due to humidity“The furniture molded in the old house”
verb · form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold“cast a bronze sculpture”
verb · make something, usually for a specific function“She molded the rice balls carefully”
verb · fit tightly, follow the contours of“The dress molds her beautiful figure”
verb · shape or influence; give direction to“experience often determines ability”