范
mold; model; scope; limit
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesnoun
mold; pattern; template
literaryRefers to a physical mold for casting objects (e.g., metal, coins). This usage is literary or specialized.
This iron mold is used for casting ancient coins.
He uses a plaster mold to make sculptures.
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The factory updated its coin molds.
The lost-wax casting method requires making a wax pattern first.
Archaeologists discovered a batch of coin molds from the Han Dynasty.
noun
model; example; paragon
Refers to a person or thing that serves as an exemplary standard to follow.
He is a model for us to learn from.
This report is an excellent example.
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The teacher set a good example for the students.
Her behavior can be called a moral exemplar.
We should emulate the model workers.
noun
scope; range; bounds
formalOften used in more formal or abstract contexts to describe limits or domains.
The topics of discussion must not exceed this scope.
His field of research is within this scope.
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It is common to confine oneself to traditional ideas.
The scope of application of the law must be clear.
This theory is beyond the scope of my knowledge.
verb
to restrict; to limit; to guard against
literaryMeans to impose limits or to prevent something. This is a classical/literary usage.
We must guard against potential risks.
Ancient city walls were used to contain the enemy.
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His power is restricted by the system.
The law prohibits this kind of unfair competition.
Parents should prevent their children from being exposed to harmful information.