index vs mould

index and mould both are nouns.

index and mould both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
index	Yes	No	Yes	No
mould	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, mould is a hypernym of index; that is, mould is a word with a broader meaning than index:

index: adjust through indexation
mould: shape or influence; give direction to

Other hypernyms of index include determine, influence, mold, regulate, shape.

index (noun)	mould (noun)
the finger next to the thumb	container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed	sculpture produced by molding
a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time	a distinctive nature, character, or type
a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself	a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold
a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number	a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter
	the process of becoming mildewed
	the distinctive form in which a thing is made
	loose soil rich in organic matter

index (verb)	mould (verb)
adjust through indexation	become moldy; spoil due to humidity
provide with an index	shape or influence; give direction to
list in an index	fit tightly, follow the contours of
	form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
	make something, usually for a specific function
	form in clay, wax, etc

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