Definition of «mould»

Mold is a common term used in everyday language to refer to fungi that grow as a colony or tissue, typically on organic material. It can also be used to describe an impression made by pressure or force, such as the shape of something that has been shaped through moulding.

Usage examples

  1. Clean the bathroom regularly to prevent the growth of mould.
  2. The farmer noticed mould growing on the organic vegetables in the pantry.
  3. The wine connoisseur carefully examined the wine bottle for any signs of mould before opening it.
  4. The carpenter used a wooden mould to shape the wet clay into the desired form.
  5. The scientist studied the mould under a microscope to understand its microscopic structure.
  6. The old books in the attic had become infested with mould due to the high humidity.
  7. The architectural designer created a detailed mould of the ornate crown molding for the new building.

Sentences with «mould»

  • A belly cast is basically a plaster mould of your pregnant tummy or torso, which have become extremely popular. (pregnancy-baby.com)
  • Left to cool in mould for 20 minutes then turned out onto a wire rack to cool almost completely — couldn't wait any longer! (tinandthyme.uk)
  • The proteins are removed from the slime mould with a detergent which eats away the cell membrane. (newscientist.com)
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