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model

[ˈmɑːdl]

model Definition

  • 1a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing or of a proposed structure, typically on a smaller scale than the original.
  • 2a system or thing used as an example to follow or imitate.
  • 3a person employed to display clothes by wearing them.

Using model: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "model" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The architect presented a model of the new building.

  • Example

    The company is using a new business model.

  • Example

    She works as a fashion model.

  • Example

    This car model is very popular in Europe.

model Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for model

Idioms Using model

  • model oneself on someone/something

    to try to be like someone or something that you admire.

    Example

    She models herself on her grandmother, who was a strong and independent woman.

  • behavior that is considered to be good and worthy of imitation.

    Example

    The teacher praised the students for their model behavior during the field trip.

  • a company that represents fashion models and finds them work.

    Example

    She signed with a top model agency in New York City.

Phrases with model

  • a person looked to by others as an example to be imitated.

    Example

    He was a role model for many young people.

  • a person who is regarded as an ideal member of society because of their behavior and actions.

    Example

    He was a model citizen who always followed the law.

  • a student who is regarded as an ideal because of their academic performance and behavior.

    Example

    She was a model student who always got good grades and participated in class.

Origins of model

from Middle French 'modelle', from Italian 'modello', from Vulgar Latin 'modellus', from Latin 'modulus', diminutive of 'modus', meaning 'measure'

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Summary: model in Brief

The term 'model' [ˈmɑːdl] refers to a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing, a system or thing used as an example to follow or imitate, or a person employed to display clothes by wearing them. It extends into phrases like 'role model,' denoting a person looked to by others as an example to be imitated, and idioms like 'model oneself on someone/something,' implying trying to be like someone or something that you admire.

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