The action of forming something into a particular shape, esp. in a mould; (in extended use) the action of fashioning something into a particular…

The action of shape, v.: an instance of this.

The action of form, v.1; the fact or process of being formed.

Creation, forming, fashioning. Now historical.

The action, method, or process of constructing, making, or fashioning something (material or immaterial). Also: †cutting of timber (obsolete).

The action or process of forming into figure; determination to a certain form.

(a) The quality or character imparted to something; (b) the imparting of a distinct character or identity to something. Obsolete.

Formation, framing, shaping.

The action of modelize, v.; modelling.

(See quots.)

The action or art of making models, esp. by moulding clay, wax, or the like; spec. the making of preparatory models for sculptures or other works of…

The action of lick, v.; the action of passing the tongue over something, of fashioning into shape, etc.; †also, the action of daubing or smearing…