moulding
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/ˈmoʊldɪŋ/
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/ˈməʊldɪŋ/
(mould)
shaping/forming; decorative trim
Etymology
'moulding' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'modeler', where 'model-' meant 'form or pattern'. The modern English noun/gerund is formed from the verb 'mould' + the suffix '-ing'.
'moulding' changed from Middle English forms derived from Old French 'modeler' (and Medieval Latin/French model-related words) and eventually became the modern English 'moulding' (also spelled 'molding' in US English).
Initially, it referred to a 'model' or the act of making a form; over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'the action/ process of shaping' and the specific architectural/decorative meaning of a 'decorative strip'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a strip or piece of material with a decorative profile used to cover transitions between surfaces or for ornamentation (e.g., around ceilings, doors, or windows).
The room features oak moulding around the ceiling.
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Noun 2
the process or result of shaping a material by using a mould (the act of casting, forming, or pressing into a shape).
Plastic moulding is used to make many toys and components.
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Verb 1
present participle or gerund of 'mould': to shape or influence something, or to form an object by using a mould.
Parents play a major role in moulding a child's values.
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Last updated: 2025/09/23 16:45