mold
mold/mōld/
noun
- a hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material (such as wax or metal) when it cools and hardens."the smith would pour the molten metal into the shaped mold"synonyms: cast, die, form, matrix, shape, container, framework, template, pattern, frame
- a distinctive and typical style, form, or character."he planned to conquer the world as a roving reporter in the mold of his hero"synonyms: character, nature, temperament, temper, disposition, cast/turn of mind, mettle, caliber, kind, sort, variety, stamp, type, kidney, grain, ilk
- a frame or template for producing moldings."all the molds, masters or originals, had been kept for reference"
verb
- form (an object) out of malleable material."a Connecticut inventor molded a catamaran out of polystyrene foam"synonyms: shape, form, fashion, model, work, construct, frame, make, create, configure, manufacture, design, sculpt, sculpture, throw, forge, cast, die-cast, stamp, print, impress, emboss, deboss, engrave, etch
- influence the formation or development of."he was instrumental in molding the policy and ideals of the journal"synonyms: determine, direct, control, guide, lead, influence, shape, form, fashion, affect, make
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The meaning of MOULD is chiefly British spelling of mold.
MOULD meaning: 1. a soft, green or grey growth that develops on old food or on objects that have been left for too…. Learn more.
noun · a coating or discoloration caused by various saprotrophic fungi that develop in a damp atmosphere on the surface of stored food, fabrics, wallpaper, etc.
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substance Mould is a soft grey, green, or blue substance that sometimes forms in spots on old food or on damp walls or clothes.
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Mould is a type of fungi that lives on plant and animal matter. Mould grows best in damp and poorly ventilated areas, and reproduces by making spores.