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Definition of molded - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
designUS shaped to fit by altering contoursUS
- The artist displayed a beautifully molded sculpture.
2.
influenceUS influenced or shaped in character or behaviorUS
- Her personality was molded by her experiences.
Origin of molded
English, mold (shape) + -ed (past participle)
Terms with molded included in their meaning
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molded object
object made by pouring material into a mold
flexible
capable of being shaped or molded
moldable
capable of being easily molded or formed
malleability
quality of being easily shaped or molded
moldable
easily molded or pliable
sculpture
sculpted or molded likeness of a face
materials
capable of being shaped or molded
malleable
capable of being shaped or molded
metaphor
something easily shaped or molded
decor
iridescent glassware often with molded patterns
moldable
capable of being molded into shapes
block form
sugar molded into a hard block
limited plasticity
having limited ability to be shaped or molded
compressible
capable of being compressed or molded by pressure
material property
ability to be molded when heated
physical
not able to be shaped or molded
malleability
easily molded or influenced
Examples of molded in a sentence
They admired the molded design of the new car model. His views were molded by his upbringing. The team was molded into a cohesive unit.
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- French:moulé, façonné, ...
- German:geformt, geprägt, ...
- Italian:modellato, formato, ...
- Spanish:moldeado, ...
- Portuguese:moldado, ...
- Chinese:成型的, 塑造的, ...
- Japanese:成形された, 影響を受けた, ...
- Arabic:مُشَكَّل, مُتَشَكِّل, ...
- Hebrew:מְעוּצָב, ...
- Russian:сформированный, воспитанный, ...
- Ukrainian:формований, сформований, ...
- Hindi:ढला हुआ, प्रभावित, ...
Definition of mold - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
fungal growthUS furry growth of fungi on organic matterUS
- The bread was covered in green mold after being left out..
2.
manufacturingUS hollow container used for shaping materialsUS
- She poured the liquid into the mold to form a candle..
3.
characteristic styleUS distinctive style or characterUS
- He broke the mold with his innovative approach to art..
4.
agricultureTECH. US loose soil rich in humusTECH. US
- The gardener used mold to enrich the garden.
Verb
1.
craftsUS shape a material into a specific formUS
- She molded the clay into a beautiful vase.
2.
developmentUS influence or guide development or growthUS
- Teachers mold the minds of young students.
3.
shapeUS fit closely to the contours of somethingUS
- The dress molds to her body perfectly.
4.
become moldyintr. US develop fuzzy fungal growth usually from damp conditionsintr. US
- The cheese began to mold after a week.
5.
cause moldUS cause something to become moldyUS
- Leaving the bread out will mold it quickly.
Images of mold
hollow container used for shaping materials 
loose soil rich in humus
Expressions with mold
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similar in style or method to a known example
The young director made a thriller in the mold of Hitchcock.
do something in a new and different way
She broke the mold with her unique design.
shaped or made to be exactly like others
He seemed cast in a mold, just like his brothers.
conform to a particular standard or type
She doesn't fit the mold of a typical politician.
container shaping dough or batter during baking
She poured the cake batter into the baking mold.
container used to shape cakes while baking
Pour the batter into the cake mold before baking.
spot caused by staining with rust or ink
The shirt had an iron mold on the sleeve.
fungus growing on bread, often Rhizopus or Penicillium
The bread mold spread quickly across the loaf.
decomposed remains of leaves used as fertilizer
The gardener added leaf mold to enrich the soil.
container used to shape food into a drum shape
She used a timbale mold for the rice dish.
fungus-like organism living in water, sometimes causing disease
Water mold can infect fish in aquariums.
deep round dish used for making desserts
She poured the mixture into the charlotte mold.
large room for laying out ship hull parts
The mold loft was busy with workers and plans.
ring-shaped pan for baking savarin cake
She poured the batter into the savarin mold.
amoebozoa protist in subclass Myxogastria
The forest floor was covered with myxogastria slime mold.
Origin of mold
Old English, molde (earth)
Examples of mold in a sentence
Mold can cause serious health issues if not addressed. The artist used a mold to create the sculpture. The mold was filled with plaster to make a cast. Her writing has a unique mold that captivates readers. The building's architecture is in the mold of classical Greek design. The farmer noticed the mold was perfect for planting.
Mold in the soil helps retain moisture. He molded the wax into intricate candle designs. The artist molded the metal into a striking sculpture. Parents mold their children's character through example. Experiences can mold a person's outlook on life. The sculptor molds the clay into a beautiful figure. The artist molds the wax to create a replica. The bread will mold if left out. Fruits tend to mold in humid conditions. Humidity can mold the leather straps. Do not mold the cheese by storing it in a damp drawer.
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- French:moisissure, façonner, ...
- German:Schimmel, formen, ...
- Italian:muffa, modellare, ...
- Spanish:moho, moldear, ...
- Portuguese:bolor, moldar, ...
- Chinese:霉菌, 塑造, ...
- Japanese:カビ, 成形する, ...
- Arabic:عَفَن, شَكَّلَ, ...
- Hebrew:עֹבֶשׁ, לְעַצֵּב, ...
- Russian:плесень, формовать, ...
- Ukrainian:пліснява, ліпити, ...
- Hindi:फफूँद, ढालना, ...
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