to shape a soft substance into a particular form or object by pressing it or by putting it into a mold （用模具）浇铸，塑造
~ A (into B)
First, mold the clay into the desired shape.
首先，将陶土做成需要的形状。
~ B (from/out of/in A)
The figure had been molded in clay.
这座人像是用黏土塑造的。
to strongly influence the way sb’s character, opinions, etc. develop 对…影响重大；将…塑造成
~ sb/sth
The experience had molded and coloured her whole life.
这次经历影响了她的一生。
~ sb/sth into sb/sth
He molded them into a superb team.
他将他们打造成一支非凡的团队。