Mold vs. Mould

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"Mold" vs. "Mould" in English

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both can be a noun and a verb. Additionally, they both refer to shaping something and it also refers to organisms that grow in places that are extremely damp. However, 'mold' is the American spelling, while, 'mould' is the British spelling.

Differences

'Mold' is the American spelling, while, 'mould' is the British spelling. Look at the following examples:

I'm your master. I can mold you into whatever I like.

Ew, there's mould on these starwberries.

Similarities

As nouns, both refer to the cover over anything in an extremely damp place. As verbs, they indicate shaping something. Look at the examples below:

I can see mold on the walls.

She skillfully moulded the fondant.

Are They Interchangeable?

They are alternative spellings. Compare:

✓ Humans are not some brainless creatures for you to mold however you like.

✓ Humans are not some brainless creatures for you to mould however you like.

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