Meaning & use
a model
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“a model” is a form of “model”. See that entry for the full set of meanings.
Meanings
nouncountable
One example of something that shows how it works or what it looks like.
Grammar: Use 'a model' for one example; use 'models' for more than one.
Patterns
- a model of something
- a model for something
This is a model of a human heart.
She built a model of the Eiffel Tower from paper.
The teacher showed a model of a good essay.
nouncountable
A person whose job is to wear clothes or pose for photographs to advertise products.
Grammar: Often used with 'fashion' or 'photo': a fashion model.
Patterns
- a fashion model
- work as a model
He works as a model in New York.
The model wore a red dress on the catwalk.
She became a model after college.
Word forms
| plural | models |
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Common combinations
- a model of
- The building is a model of modern design.
- a role model
- My sister is a role model for me.
- a model airplane
- He spends weekends building model airplanes.
Synonyms and how they differ
Word family
- modeling noun
- The activity of working as a model or making models.
- modeler noun
- A person who makes models.
Commonly confused: a model or modal?
a model vs modal
'Modal' refers to grammar (modal verbs) or music; 'model' is about examples or fashion.
Practice
She wants to be ______ when she grows up, wearing beautiful clothes in shows.
Choose one answer.
'A model' fits the context of fashion shows. 'A modal' is a grammar term. 'A medal' is an award. 'A middle' refers to a center point.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “a model”, then check it and compare it with the examples above.