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modeling

|mod/el/ing|

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🇺🇸

/ˈmɑːdəlɪŋ/

🇬🇧

/ˈmɒdəlɪŋ/

(model)

representation or example

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNoun
modelmodelsmodelsmodeledmodeledmodelingmodelers
Etymology
Etymology Information

'modeling' originates from the word 'model', which comes from the Italian word 'modello', meaning 'a small measure'.

Historical Evolution

'modello' transformed into the French word 'modèle', and eventually became the modern English word 'model'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a small measure or standard', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'representation or profession of posing'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the act or art of making a representation of something, often in miniature.

The modeling of the new building was impressive.

Synonyms

Noun 2

the profession of someone who poses for artists or photographers.

She pursued a career in modeling.

Synonyms

Verb 1

present participle of 'model'.

She is modeling the new collection.

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41