noun
the distinctive form in which a thing is made
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- pottery of this cast was found throughout the region
noun
container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
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noun
loose soil rich in organic matter
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the process of becoming mildewed
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a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter
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noun
a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold
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- a lobster mold
- a gelatin dessert made in a mold
noun
a distinctive nature, character, or type
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- a leader in the mold of her predecessors
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sculpture produced by molding
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verb
form in clay, wax, etc
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- model a head with clay
verb
become moldy
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- 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
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- cast a bronze sculpture
verb
make something, usually for a specific function
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- 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
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- The dress molds her beautiful figure
verb
shape or influence
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- give direction to
- experience often determines ability
- mold public opinion