mold
UK/mәuld/US
TOEFLGREB2
Definitions
v.
To shape a substance in a mold; to influence the development or character of something.
塑造，铸造；影响，培养
n.
A hollow container used to shape liquid or soft material; a fungus that grows on damp surfaces; loose rich soil.
模具，模型；霉菌；腐殖土
Root Breakdown
Native Englishmoldother
=mold
Common Collocations
- 1.mold clay塑造粘土
- 2.mold character塑造品格
- 3.mold into shape塑造成形状
Example Sentences
- 1.
The potter [molded] the clay into a beautiful vase.
- 2.
Good parenting [molds] a child's character and values.