molds

Noun

• the distinctive form in which a thing is made
• 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 distinctive nature, character, or type
• sculpture produced by molding
• plural of mold

Verb

• form in clay, wax, etc
• become moldy; spoil due to humidity
• form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
• make something, usually for a specific function
• fit tightly, follow the contours of
  • "The dress molds her beautiful figure"
• shape or influence; give direction to
• third-person singular simple present indicative of mold

Synonyms

cast, clay sculpture, determine, forge, form, influence, mildew, model, modeling, mold, molding, mould, moulding, regulate, shape, stamp, work