mold

Sense 1 noun

the distinctive form in which a thing is made

pottery of this cast was found throughout the region

Sense 2 verb

form in clay, wax, etc

model a head with clay

Sense 3 noun

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

Sense 4 verb

become moldy; spoil due to humidity

The furniture molded in the old house

Sense 5 noun

loose soil rich in organic matter

Sense 6 verb

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

cast a bronze sculpture

Sense 7 noun

the process of becoming mildewed

Sense 8 verb

make something, usually for a specific function

She molded the rice balls carefully

Sense 9 noun

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

Sense 10 verb

fit tightly, follow the contours of

The dress molds her beautiful figure

Sense 11 noun

a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold

a lobster mold

Sense 12 verb

shape or influence; give direction to

experience often determines ability

Sense 13 noun

a distinctive nature, character, or type

a leader in the mold of her predecessors

Sense 14 noun

sculpture produced by molding