Mold

/moʊld/

Meaning & Definition

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 artisan poured the molten glass into a mold to create a beautiful vase.

A specific shape or form that is used as a model for making copies.

The architect created a mold of the building design to present to the clients.

A growth of fungus that forms a fluffy or powdery texture on organic matter.

After a few days, mold began to grow on the bread left out on the counter.

verb

To shape a substance into a particular form.

She decided to mold the clay into a sculpture for the art show.

To influence or determine the development or formation of something.

Education and upbringing can significantly mold a person's values and beliefs.

Middle English 'molde' from Old French 'moule' from Latin 'moldem' meaning 'to form'.

molded by experience

Influenced or shaped by life experiences.

cast in stone

Fixed and unchangeable; not easily altered.

moldy

Covered with mold; stale or spoiled.

molding

The process of shaping or forming a material.

To be overly clingy or protective.

Stop being such a mold with your friend; let them have some space!

A person who is seen as boring or conventional.

Don't be a mold, try something new and exciting!