mold

noun

1
container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
2
sculpture produced by molding
3
a distinctive nature, character, or type
a leader in the mold of her predecessors
4
a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold
a lobster mold
a gelatin dessert made in a mold
5
a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter
6
the process of becoming mildewed
7
the distinctive form in which a thing is made
pottery of this cast was found throughout the region
8
loose soil rich in organic matter

1
become moldy; spoil due to humidity
The furniture molded in the old house
2
shape or influence; give direction to
experience often determines ability
mold public opinion
3
fit tightly, follow the contours of
The dress molds her beautiful figure
4
make something, usually for a specific function
She molded the rice balls carefully
Form cylinders from the dough

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