Lichen vs. Mould

Lichen vs. Mould — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Lichen and Mould

Lichennoun

Any of many symbiotic organisms, being associations of algae and fungi, often found as white or yellow patches on old walls, etc.

Mouldnoun

alternative spelling of mold

Lichennoun

(figurative) Something which gradually spreads across something else, causing damage.

Mouldnoun

alternative spelling of mold

Lichennoun

any of several eruptive skin diseases characterized by hard thick lesions grouped together and resembling lichens growing on rocks

Mouldverb

alternative spelling of mold

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Lichennoun

any thallophytic plant of the division Lichenes; occur as crusty patches or bushy growths on tree trunks or rocks or bare ground etc.

Mouldverb

alternative spelling of mold

Mouldnoun

loose soil rich in organic matter

Mouldnoun

a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter

Mouldnoun

sculpture produced by molding

Mouldnoun

container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

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Mouldverb

form in clay, wax, etc;

model a head with clay

Mouldverb

form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold;

cast a bronze sculpture

Mouldverb

make something, usually for a specific function;

She molded the riceballs carefullyForm cylinders from the doughshape a figureWork the metal into a sword