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Breaking the Mould
Mould (IV.), vb. trans., fr. price, 1. To cause to assume desired shape, a by pouring into a mould : to mould iron ; b by kneading, working, pressing, squeezing &c. : to mould into clay busts. 2. a To produce a given object in desired shape by moulding : to mould a face in, out of clay ; b (fig. and poet., of action of nature) Nature has moulded her form and features with mastery touch. 3. (fig.) To direct, determine, the development of ; modify by precept, influence, discipline : to mould a persons character. Mould on, upon, to shape according to example or mould of : to mould one’s conduct (up)on that d good men ; to mild one’s style upon the best writers.