mold

a distinctive nature, character, or type

“a leader in the mold of her predecessors”

shape or influence; give direction to

“mold public opinion”

the distinctive form in which a thing is made

become moldy; spoil due to humidity

“The furniture molded in the old house”

loose soil rich in organic matter

fit tightly, follow the contours of

“The dress molds her beautiful figure”

a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold

“a lobster mold”

a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter

make something, usually for a specific function

“She molded the rice balls carefully”

container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

sculpture produced by molding

the process of becoming mildewed