mold
word
/ˈmoʊɫd/
mohld
/mˈəʊld/
mohld
Definition
'Mold' can mean a type of fungus that grows in moist places, often appearing as a fuzzy green or black layer. It can also refer to a hollow container or shape used to give form to something.
Usage & Nuances
As a noun, 'mold' (fungus) is common in household and food contexts—'moldy bread'. For the shaping tool, 'a mold for chocolate.' British English usually spells it 'mould.' Not to be confused with 'mole' (animal or skin spot).
Spanish: moho - molde (forma)Portuguese (BR): mofo - molde (forma)Portuguese (PT): bolor - molde (forma)Chinese (Simplified): 霉菌 - 模具Chinese (Traditional): 黴菌 - 模具Hindi: फफूंदी - साँचाArabic: عفن - قالبBengali: ছাঁচ - ছত্রাকRussian: форма - плесеньJapanese: 型（かた） - カビVietnamese: khuôn - nấm mốcKorean: 틀 - 곰팡이Turkish: kalıp - küfUrdu: سانچہ - پھپھوندیIndonesian: cetakan - jamur
Example Sentences
We made cookies using a heart-shaped mold.
basic
The orange had started to grow mold.
basic
If you keep cheese out too long, you'll see mold forming.
natural
Pour the mixture into the mold and let it set.
natural
Old houses can have a mold problem if they're damp inside.
natural
There is mold on the bread.
basic