Definition of mold - Rhyme Finder

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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 hardens

Noun

loose soil rich in organic matter

Noun

the process of becoming mildewed

Noun

a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter

Noun

a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold; "a lobster mold"; "a gelatin dessert made in a mold"

Noun

a distinctive nature, character, or type; "a leader in the mold of her predecessors"

Noun

sculpture produced by molding

Verb

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"; "Form cylinders from the dough"; "shape a figure"; "Work the metal into a sword"

Verb

fit tightly, follow the contours of; "The dress molds her beautiful figure"

Verb

shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"

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Synonyms

cast clay sculpture determine forge form influence mildew model modeling molding mould moulding regulate shape stamp work

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More General Terms

adhere afters cause change cleave cling cohere container create from raw material create from raw stuff dessert dirt dish do earmark forge form fungus hallmark make mold mould sculpture shape soil solid spoilage spoiling stick stylemark sweet trademark work

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More Specific Terms

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