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Meaning of molding
The primary meaning of the word "molding" is the process of shaping or influencing something.
Etymology of molding
The word "molding" comes from the Old French word "moldier", which is derived from the Latin word "modulare", meaning "to shape or measure"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the process of shaping or forming something
Synonyms
Definitions
- The act of shaping or influencing something, such as a person's character or behavior
- * A decorative strip of material, such as wood or plaster, used to cover or decorate a joint or edge in a building
- * A process of shaping a material, such as metal or plastic, into a particular form
Usage Examples
- The artist spent hours molding the clay into a beautiful sculpture
- * The company's molding process involves heating and shaping the plastic into the desired form
- * The teacher's guidance and support helped in molding the student's character
Antonyms
destroying
demolishing
dismantling
disintegrating
eroding
degrading
spoiling
ruining
harming
damaging
injuring
breaking
shattering
smashing
crushing
fragmenting
dissolving
dispersing
scattering
disbanding