Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
break-the-mold
idiom
breɪk ðə moʊld
Definition
To do something in a new or different way that is unlike anything that has come before.
Examples
- The designer really broke the mold with her innovative clothing line.
- His invention could break the mold in the tech industry.
- The film breaks the mold by incorporating documentary elements into the narrative.
Meaning
The phrase ‘break the mold’ refers to the act of creating something unique or original, diverging from traditional methods or styles.
Synonyms
- innovate
- revolutionize
- stand out
- break new ground
