premold
/ˈprɛmoʊld/Definitions
1. verb
to shape or form (a material) into a predetermined form before baking or firing
“The ceramicist premolded the clay into intricate shapes.”
2. noun
a shape or form of a material before baking or firing
“The premold of the ceramic piece was carefully inspected for imperfections.”
3. noun
a molded shape or form of a material that has not yet been fired or baked
“The premold of the ceramic was fragile and easily breakable.”