noun

model

Translation

model, mannequin, example, version

She is a fashion model.

He built a model of the ship.

This is the latest model of car.

She is a good role model for others.

((a/the)) model ((of sth.)) a representation of (sth.) He built a model of the Eiffel Tower.

Synonyms: prototype, example, version, mannequin

From Latin 'modus' meaning 'measure, manner', through Old French 'modelle'.

Think of the three main types: a small 'model' (like a toy car), a person 'model' (on a runway), and a role 'model' (an example to follow).