a hollow form or matrix for giving a particular shape to something in a molten or plastic state.

the shape created or imparted to a thing by a mold.

something formed in or on a mold

a mold of jelly.

a frame on which something is formed or made.

shape or form.

a prototype, example, or precursor.

a distinctive nature, character, or type

a person of a simple mold.

Shipbuilding .

a three-dimensional pattern used to shape a plate after it has been softened by heating.

a template for a frame.

Architecture .

a molding.

a group of moldings.

to work into a required shape or form; shape.

to shape or form in or on a mold.

Metallurgy . to form a mold of or from, in order to make a casting.

to produce by or as if by shaping material; form.

to have influence in determining or forming

to mold the character of a child.

to ornament with moldings.

verb

dismantle

noun

cast , cavity , character , class , depression , description , design , die , frame , image , impression , kind , lot , matrix , model , nature , shape , sort , stamp , type , womb , breed , feather , ilk , manner , order , species , stripe , variety

verb

build , construct , devise , erect , fashion , forge , form , frame , make , pat , plan , plant , plot , put together , round , scheme , sculpt , whittle , assemble , fabricate , manufacture , produce , shape , model , adapt , cast , character , die , fungus , humus , knead , mildew , moulage , must , pattern , sculpture , stamp , transform