moulent

Moulent is the third-person plural present indicative form of the French verb mouler, meaning to mold, cast, or shape materials by forming them in a mold. The infinitive mouler is used for the action of shaping a material, while moulent specifies that the subjects perform the action in the present tense.

In usage, moulent appears in sentences describing ongoing molding or casting activities. It is commonly found in technical, industrial, or artistic contexts where objects are formed by pouring or pressing material into a mold, such as clay, plaster, metal, or resin. The verb belongs to the broader family of terms related to molding and casting, including nouns like moule (mold) and moulage (the process or result of molding).

Examples:

- Ils moulent des statues en bronze.

- Les pièces sont moulées à partir d’un moule en silicone.

Etymology and related forms:

Mouler derives from French, with related forms including moule (mold) and moulage (the process or product of molding). The present tense form moulent specifically agrees with a plural subject.

See also:

Related French terms for those studying the language or involved in sculpture and manufacturing include mouler, moule, and moulage. In bilingual texts, moulent is typically translated or paraphrased to convey the act of molding in the present tense.