Moulded: meaning, definitions and examples
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moulded
[ moʊldɪd ]
shaping material
Moulded is the past tense of the verb 'mould,' which means to shape something into a particular form or style. This action often involves using a mould, which is a hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material when it cools and hardens. Moulding can occur in various contexts, including arts and crafts, baking, and construction, signifying the process of shaping materials like clay, dough, or metal. The term can also extend metaphorically to describe the influence one has on the development of a person or idea.
Synonyms
cast, crafted, designed, formed, shaped
Examples of usage
- She moulded the clay into a beautiful sculpture.
- The baker moulded the dough into perfect rolls.
- The teacher moulded the students' critical thinking skills.
- He moulded the business according to his vision.
Translations
Translations of the word "moulded" in other languages:
🇵🇹 moldado
🇮🇳 मोल्डेड
🇩🇪 geformt
🇮🇩 dibentuk
🇺🇦 формований
🇵🇱 uformowany
🇯🇵 成形された
🇫🇷 moulé
🇪🇸 moldeado
🇹🇷 şekillendirilmiş
🇰🇷 형성된
🇸🇦 مُشكّل
🇨🇿 tvarovaný
🇸🇰 tvarovaný
🇨🇳 成型的
🇸🇮 oblikovan
🇮🇸 mótuð
🇰🇿 таңбаланған
🇬🇪 ფორმირებული
🇦🇿 şəkil verilmiş
🇲🇽 moldado
Etymology
The word 'mould' has roots in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'moule,' which relates to the Latin 'mānsuētīnus,' meaning 'to be soft or manageable.' Initially, it referred to a 'form' or 'shape' for substances, particularly in art and construction. By the 14th century, the use of moulds became common in pottery and metalwork. Over time, the term extended to describe actions involving shaping materials in various crafts. The transition from its primary meaning of physical shaping to metaphorical uses, such as influencing behaviors or ideas, showcases the word's flexibility and evolution within the English language.