molded Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb form in clay, wax, etc
   mould; model; mold.
   
   • model a head with clay
2. verb become moldy; spoil due to humidity
   mildew; mold.
   
   • The furniture molded in the old house
3. verb form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
   mould; cast; mold.
   
   • cast a bronze sculpture
4. verb make something, usually for a specific function
   mould; form; work; shape; forge; mold.
   
   • She molded the rice balls carefully
   • Form cylinders from the dough
   • shape a figure
   • Work the metal into a sword
5. verb fit tightly, follow the contours of
   mold.
   
   • The dress molds her beautiful figure
6. verb shape or influence; give direction to
   influence; shape; regulate; mold; determine.
   
   • experience often determines ability
   • mold public opinion
7. adjective satellite shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)
   wrought; shaped.
   
   • a shaped handgrip
   • the molded steel plates
   • the wrought silver bracelet

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