Mould

usgb/məʊld/
noun

A hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material when it cools and hardens.

She poured the jelly into a heart-shaped mould.
Visual representation of "mould" - A hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material when it cools and hardens

Often appears as...

  • break the mould
  • fill the mould
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Crafting Shapes

Used when discussing making objects, especially in DIY or industrial contexts.

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The molten glass is poured into the mould to make vases.
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Final Form

When set, the material takes the mould's shape permanently unless broken.

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When the concrete dried, it took the mould's appearance.
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Not Just Solids

Moulds can shape liquids or foods that set, not only metals or plastics.

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We used chocolate moulds for our dessert preparations.
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