Meaning of the word molding in English

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molding

US /ˈmoʊl.dɪŋ/
UK /ˈmoʊl.dɪŋ/
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Noun

1.

a shaped strip of wood or other material used as a decorative architectural feature, typically around the top of a wall or door

Example:
The old house had intricate wooden molding around the ceilings.
We need to replace the damaged crown molding in the living room.
2.

the action or process of shaping something

Example:
The clay required careful molding to achieve the desired shape.
The artist specialized in the molding of intricate sculptures.
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