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Uncommonmolding
The correct spelling is molding.
How to pronounce molding
verb
IPA: /ˈməʊl.dɪŋ/
Say it like: Mol-din-g
The correct spelling is molding. To shape in or on a mold; to form into a particular shape; to give shape to. For example: "These shoes gradually molded to my feet."
Usage Examples
“These shoes gradually molded to my feet.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To shape in or on a mold; to form into a particular shape; to give shape to.
- 2.To guide or determine the growth or development of; influence
- 3.To fit closely by following the contours of.
- 4.To make a mold of or from (molten metal, for example) before casting.
- 5.To ornament with moldings.
noun
- 1.The act or process of shaping in or on a mold, or of making molds; the art or occupation of a molder.
- 2.Anything cast in a mold, or which appears to be so, as grooved or ornamental bars of wood or metal.
- 3.A plane, or curved, narrow surface, either sunk or projecting, used for decoration by means of the lights and shades upon its surface and to conceal joints, especially between unlike materials.
- 4.(woodwork) A planing machine for making moldings.
- 5.(founding) A machine to assist in making molds for castings.
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