mold
     n 1: the distinctive form in which a thing is made; "pottery of
          this cast was found throughout the region" [syn: {cast},
           {stamp}]
     2: container into which liquid is poured to create a given
        shape when it hardens [syn: {mould}, {cast}]
     3: loose soil rich in organic matter [syn: {mould}]
     4: the process of becoming mildewed [syn: {mildew}]
     5: a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds
        of damp or decaying organic matter [syn: {mould}]
     6: sculpture produced by molding [syn: {mould}, {molding}, {moulding},
         {modeling}, {clay sculpture}]
     v 1: form in clay, wax, etc; "model a head with clay" [syn: {model},
           {mould}]
     2: become moldy; spoil due to humidity; "The furniture molded
        in the old house" [syn: {mildew}]
     3: form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or
        mold; "cast a bronze sculpture" [syn: {cast}, {mould}]
     4: make something, usually for a specific function; "She molded
        the riceballs carefully"; "Form cylinders from the dough";
        "shape a figure"; "Work the metal into a sword" [syn: {shape},
         {form}, {work}, {mould}, {forge}]
     5: fit tightly, follow the contours of; "The dress molds her
        beautiful figure"
     6: shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often
        determines ability"; "mold public opinion" [syn: {determine},
         {shape}, {influence}, {regulate}]
Source: WordNet® 2.0