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verbmodeled or modelledmodel·ing or model·ling \ˈmäd-liŋ, ˈmä-dəl-iŋ\
Definition of MODEL
transitive verb
1
: to plan or form after a pattern : shape
2
archaic : to make into an organization (as an army, government, or parish)
3
a : to shape or fashion in a plastic material b : to produce a representation or simulation of <using a computer to model a problem>
4
: to construct or fashion in imitation of a particular model <modeled its constitution on that of the United States>
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: to display by wearing, using, or posing with <modeled gowns>
intransitive verb
1
: to design or imitate forms : make a pattern <enjoys modeling in clay>
2
: to work or act as a fashion or art model
— mod·el·er also mod·el·ler \ˈmäd-lər, ˈmä-dəl-ər\ noun
Examples of MODEL
- The faces of the gods were modeled in white stone.
- They're modeling this year's new spring fashions.
- She got a job modeling shoes for a catalog company.
- a fashion model who has angered animal lovers by modeling fur coats
First Known Use of MODEL
1625
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