model — a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑːdl/
Example Sentences
- My little brother thinks he's a supermodel when he walks to the kitchen in his pajamas.
- The teacher used me as a model student, but she didn't know I cheated on the test.
- This smartphone model has excellent battery life.
model
NOUN[/ˈmɑːdl/]
a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'model' derives from 16th-century French 'modèle', which in turn comes from Latin 'modulus', meaning a small measure or standard. Originally, it referred to a standard or template used as a guide in making or constructing something.
Breakdown
Latin modulus (small measure, standard) + French diminutive suffix -elle → modèle → English model. The Latin root modulus itself derives from modus (measure, manner).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My little brother thinks he's a supermodel when he walks to the kitchen in his pajamas.”
“The teacher used me as a model student, but she didn't know I cheated on the test.”
“This smartphone model has excellent battery life.”
“She models her teaching style after her favorite professor.”
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