molding

noun mold·ing \ ˈmōl-diŋ \

|Updated on: 10 Aug 2018

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Definition of molding

1 : an object produced by molding

2 a : a decorative recessed or relieved surface

b : a decorative plane or curved strip used for ornamentation or finishing

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Examples of molding in a Sentence

The house has beautiful moldings around its doors and windows.

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Throughout the apartment, which is decorated in a mix of contemporary and traditional furnishings and antiques, are original hardwood floors and moldings, oversize windows and plenty of closet space.

— vivian marino, New York Times, "Massimo Ferragamo’s Duplex on the Market for $18 Million," 18 May 2018
Today, his murals are framed by strips of prosaic wooden molding.

— maria l. la ganga, idahostatesman, "What’s behind ’60s-era paneling at El Korah Shrine? A ballroom’s worth of ’20s art.," 12 July 2018
The oak floors, white molding and recessed ceiling lights provide a sense of continuity from the kitchen to the dining and living areas.

— mary murphy, courant.com, "Property of the Week: Essex Glen," 6 June 2018
The artist spent days scrutinizing two adjoining galleries: the moldings, the imperfections in the walls, the air vents.

— cate mcquaid, BostonGlobe.com, "Two new installations at the deCordova," 1 May 2018
The home’s numerous architectural flourishes include original features like 10-foot ceilings in the entertaining space, herringbone oak floors, decorative moldings and two wood-burning fireplaces that are in working condition.

— vivian marino, New York Times, "Family of Christine Beshar, Trailblazing Lawyer, Selling Co-op," 29 Mar. 2018
Ornate molding, marble finishes and five stone fireplaces keep the stately vibes coming.

— jack flemming, sacbee, "NBA All-Star DeMarcus Cousins sells his Granite Bay estate for $4.25 million," 5 June 2018
Inside, historically accurate details like 15-foot ceilings, pine floors, plaster moldings, and arch fireplaces can be found throughout.

— dave quinn, PEOPLE.com, "Ben Affleck Is Selling His 87-Acre Private Georgia Island Compound for $8.9 Million," 1 June 2018
Seven shades of white paint dramatize the visual effects of ornate ceiling moldings and column capitals.

— blair kamin, chicagotribune.com, "A wreck no more: $15 million renovation makes Illinois’ once-decrepit Executive Mansion shine again," 16 June 2018

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First Known Use of molding

14th century

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MOLDING Defined for English Language Learners

molding

noun

Definition of molding for English Language Learners

: a strip of material (such as wood or metal) with some design or pattern that is used as a decoration on a wall, on the edge of a table, etc.

MOLDING Defined for Kids

molding

noun mold·ing \ ˈmōl-diŋ \

Definition of molding for Students

: a strip of material having a design and used as a decoration (as on a wall or the edge of a table)

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molding

noun mold·ing

variants: or chiefly British moulding play \ˈmōl-diŋ\

medical Definition of molding

: an act or process of molding; specifically : the shaping of the fetal head to allow it to pass through the birth canal during childbirth

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