1. a hollow container used to give shape to something in a liquid or soft state
2. a fuzzy growth of fungus that appears on damp or decaying organic matter

1. to shape something by pressing it into or around a form
2. to influence the development or character of someone or something

Examples

• She poured the melted chocolate into a heart-shaped mould.
• The old bread had green mould growing on it.
• Black mould appeared on the bathroom ceiling due to poor ventilation.
• The potter will mould the clay into a beautiful vase.
• Teachers help mould young minds through education.
• His experiences in the military helped mould his character.
• The artist used her hands to mould the sculpture.