Molding (noun)

1. A decorative or functional piece of material, such as plaster, wood, or metal, used to trim or ornament a surface, especially around doors and windows.
2. The process of shaping or forming a material, such as metal or plastic, by applying pressure or heat.

Origin:

Derived from the word "mold" meaning "to shape or form by applying pressure or heat".

Examples:

1. The room was decorated with ornate molding around the door and windows.
2. The process of molding plastic is done by heating the plastic and then shaping it in a mold.
3. Moldings can be used to cover gaps between walls and floors, or to enhance the aesthetic of a room.
4. Moldings can be made from a variety of materials such as wood, plaster, metal, or plastic.
5. Molding can also refer to the process of shaping metal or plastic using pressure or heat.