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.”

Synonyms

  • cast
  • mold

Antonyms

  • deform
  • distort