Mold Definition & Meaning
mold
- noun
- the distinctive form in which a thing is made; "pottery of this cast was found throughout the region"
- container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
- loose soil rich in organic matter
- the process of becoming mildewed
- a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter
- a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold; "a lobster mold"; "a gelatin dessert made in a mold"
- a distinctive nature, character, or type; "a leader in the mold of her predecessors"
- sculpture produced by molding
- verb
- form in clay, wax, etc; "model a head with clay"
- become moldy; spoil due to humidity; "The furniture molded in the old house"
- form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold; "cast a bronze sculpture"
- 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"
- fit tightly, follow the contours of; "The dress molds her beautiful figure"
- shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"
"Mold" in song lyrics
See how mold is used in real songs:
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"When God made me he said break the mold"
Aceyalone & RJD2 — Supahero -
"I know that Slayd don't fit the mold"
Annakin Slayd f/ Ryze — Darkhorses -
"You gotta break the mold"
Blu & Exile — Simply Amazin'
Words that rhyme with mold
Usage tips for "mold"
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- What does mold mean?
- the distinctive form in which a thing is made; "pottery of this cast was found throughout the region" container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens loose soil rich in organic matter the process of becoming mildewed a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold; "a lobster mold"; "a gelatin dessert made in a mold" a distinctive nature, character, or type
- What part of speech is mold?
- Mold is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does mold have?
- Mold has 14 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).