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Definition model in British English

model verb

verb
/ˈmɒd(ə)l/
1

to show clothes by wearing them at fashion shows, in magazine photographs etc, especially as a job

Example

David is modelling a grey suit by Armani.

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2

to produce a simple technical description to show how something such as a process, system, or theory works

Example

Scientists have used computers to model environmental changes.

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3

to allow an artist or photographer to draw, paint, or photograph you, especially as your job

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4

to make small objects from clay, wood etc

Example

She modelled some clay into a little rabbit.

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Definition model in British English