Definition of molding
noun:
- the act of creating something by casting it in a mold. Synonyms: casting.
- a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing. Synonyms: moulding.
- a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge. Synonyms: border, moulding.
- sculpture produced by molding. Synonyms: clay sculpture, modeling, mold, mould, moulding.
- a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied. Synonyms: modeling, modelling, moulding.
verb:
- form in clay, wax, etc; "model a head with clay". Synonyms: model, mold, mould.
- become moldy; spoil due to humidity; "The furniture molded in the old house". Synonyms: mildew, mold.
- form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold; "cast a bronze sculpture". Synonyms: cast, mold, mould.
- make something, usually for a specific function; "She molded the rice balls carefully", "Form cylinders from the dough", "shape a figure", "Work the metal into a sword". Synonyms: forge, form, mold, mould, shape, work.
- fit tightly, follow the contours of; "The dress molds her beautiful figure". Synonyms: mold.
- shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability", "mold public opinion". Synonyms: determine, influence, mold, regulate, shape.
Related words
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Words nearby
folding, golding, holding, molting, moulding.
Rhymes with
beholding, folding, golding, holding, moulding, scolding, unfolding, withholding.
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