Modelled
ˈmɒdld
Definitions
3 meaningsTo create a representation or simulation of something, often to test or understand it.
ˈmɒdld
To create a representation or simulation
The engineers modelled the impact of the storm on the coastal city.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're using LEGOs to show how a city will look, or using a computer program to show how a rollercoaster works. That's modelling! It's like making a smaller version to understand the real thing.
👶 For kids: To make a small copy of something so you can see what it looks like or how it works.
More Examples
The company modelled the financial outcomes of the merger.
She modelled her behavior after her successful mentor.
How It's Used
"Scientists modelled the spread of the virus to predict outbreaks."
"The architects modelled the building in 3D before construction."
To present or display something in a particular way to be seen or presented.
ˈmɒdld
To display or present something in a particular way
The fashion house modelled its new collection during the show.
💡 Simply: Imagine you are showing off a product. The product is being modelled to entice customers.
👶 For kids: To show off something to others.
More Examples
The company modelled the app's new features at the tech conference.
The artist modelled the sculpture at the art exhibition.
How It's Used
"The dresses were modelled by top designers."
"The company modelled the product to attract more customers."
To shape something, such as clay or wax, to create a form.
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To create or form (something) from a moldable material.
The children modelled animals from clay during the art class.
💡 Simply: Imagine you are creating something with clay, play dough, or even wax. It's like making a sculpture.
👶 For kids: To shape and make something from soft clay or playdough
More Examples
The baker modelled the cake decorations with marzipan.
He modelled a new prototype of the airplane with plastic.
How It's Used
"The artist modelled the figure from clay."
"She modelled a beautiful vase using the pottery wheel."
From Middle French *modeller*, from Old Italian *modellare*, from *modello* (model), from Latin *modulus* (a measure, a model).
The word 'model' and its derivatives have been used since the 16th century, initially relating to representations and patterns.
Memory tip
Think of a sculptor modelling clay to form a figure; you're creating a representation.
Word Origin
"a measure, model"