Mold - Definition

n 1: the distinctive form in which a thing is made; "pottery of
this cast was found throughout the region" [syn: cast,
mold, mould, stamp]
2: container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape
when it hardens [syn: mold, mould, cast]
3: loose soil rich in organic matter [syn: mold, mould]
4: the process of becoming mildewed [syn: mildew, mold,
mould]
5: a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds
of damp or decaying organic matter [syn: mold, mould]
6: a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold; "a lobster
mold"; "a gelatin dessert made in a mold" [syn: mold,
mould]
7: a distinctive nature, character, or type; "a leader in the
mold of her predecessors" [syn: mold, mould]
8: sculpture produced by molding [syn: mold, mould,
molding, moulding, modeling, clay sculpture]
v 1: form in clay, wax, etc; "model a head with clay" [syn:
model, mold, mould]
2: become moldy; spoil due to humidity; "The furniture molded in
the old house" [syn: mold, mildew]
3: form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold;
"cast a bronze sculpture" [syn: cast, mold, mould]
4: 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" [syn:
shape, form, work, mold, mould, forge]
5: fit tightly, follow the contours of; "The dress molds her
beautiful figure"
6: shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often
determines ability"; "mold public opinion" [syn: determine,
shape, mold, influence, regulate]