modelling Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied
   modeling; moulding; molding.
   
2. noun the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale)
   modeling; model.
   
3. verb plan or create according to a model or models
   pattern; model.
   
4. verb form in clay, wax, etc
   mould; model; mold.
   
   • model a head with clay
5. verb assume a posture as for artistic purposes
   posture; model; pose; sit.
   
   • We don't know the woman who posed for Leonardo so often
6. verb display (clothes) as a mannequin
   model.
   
   • model the latest fashion
7. verb create a representation or model of
   model; simulate.
   
   • The pilots are trained in conditions simulating high-altitude flights
8. verb construct a model of
   model; mock up.
   
   • model an airplane

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