the distinctive form in which a thing is made; pottery of this cast was found throughout the region

[ Syn: cast , mould , stamp ]

container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

[ Syn: mould , cast ]

loose soil rich in organic matter

[ Syn: mould ]

the process of becoming mildewed

[ Syn: mildew , mould ]

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

[ Syn: mould ]

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

[ Syn: mould , mould ]

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

[ Syn: mould ]

sculpture produced by molding

[ Syn: mould , molding , moulding , modeling , clay sculpture ]

form in clay, wax, etc; model a head with clay

[ Syn: model , mould ]

become moldy; spoil due to humidity; The furniture molded in the old house

[ Syn: mildew ]

form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold; cast a bronze sculpture

[ Syn: cast , mould ]

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 , mould , forge ]

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

[ Syn: determine , shape , influence , regulate ]