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t. [Cf. F.
mouler, OF. moler, moller. See Mold the
matrix.] 1. To form into a particular shape; to
shape; to model; to fashion.

He forgeth and moldeth metals.

Sir M. Hale.

Did I request thee, Maker, from my clay

To mold me man?

Milton.

2. To ornament by molding or carving the
material of; as, a molded window jamb.

3. To knead; as, to mold dough or
bread.

4. (Founding) To form a mold of, as in
sand, in which a casting may be made.

{ Mold"a*ble, Mould"a*ble } (?),
a. Capable of being molded or
formed.

{ Mold"board`, Mould"board` } (?),
n. 1. A curved plate of iron
(originally of wood) back of the share of a plow, which turns over
the earth in plowing.

2. (Founding) A follow
board.

{ Mold"er, Mould"er } (?), n.

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