model

²model

verb

modeled or modelledmodel·ing or model·ling \ˈmäd-liŋ, ˈmä-d^əl-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>

5

: 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-d^əl-ər\ noun

Examples of MODEL

1. The faces of the gods were modeled in white stone.
2. They're modeling this year's new spring fashions.
3. She got a job modeling shoes for a catalog company.
4. a fashion model who has angered animal lovers by modeling fur coats

First Known Use of MODEL

1625

Rhymes with MODEL

toddle, twaddle, waddle