noun

1. a pattern, hollow form, or matrix for giving a certain shape to something in a plastic or molten state
2. a frame, shaped core, etc. on or around which something is modeled
3. a pattern after which something is formed; model
4. something formed or shaped in or on, or as if in or on, a mold; often, specif., a gelatin dessert, aspic, etc. so prepared
5. 1. the form or shape given by a mold
   2. form or shape in general
6. distinctive character or nature men of his mold
7. Archit. a molding or group of moldings

Etymology: ME moolde < OFr molle, earlier modle < L modulus: see module

transitive verb

1. to make or shape in or on, or as if in or on, a mold
2. to work into a certain form or shape; shape
3. to have a strong or important influence on (public opinion, thought, etc.)
4. to fit closely to the outline or contours of
5. to ornament by or with molding
6. to make a mold of or from in order to make a casting