mould

(noun, verb)

noun

1. loose soil rich in organic matter

Similar word(s): mold

Definition categories: substance, dirt, soil

2. the distinctive form in which a thing is made

Similar word(s): cast, mold, stamp

Definition categories: shape, solid

3. the process of becoming mildewed

Similar word(s): mildew, mold

Definition categories: process, spoilage, spoiling

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

Similar word(s): mold

Definition categories: plant, fungus

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

Similar word(s): mold

Definition categories: food, dish, afters, dessert, sweet

6. a distinctive nature, character, or type

Similar word(s): mold

Definition categories: attribute, earmark, hallmark, trademark

7. sculpture produced by molding

Similar word(s): modeling, mold, molding, moulding

Definition categories: man–made, sculpture

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

Similar word(s): cast, mold

Definition categories: man–made, container

verb

1. form in clay, wax, etc

Similar word(s): model, mold

Definition categories: creation, forge, form, mold, mould, shape, work

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

Similar word(s): cast, mold

Definition categories: creation, forge, form, mold, mould, shape, work

3. make something, usually for a specific function

Similar word(s): forge, form, mold, shape, work

Definition categories: creation