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modelling
In the context of fashion and art, modelling refers to the professional act of posing. It is a neutral term, though it can range from high-fashion runway work to casual portfolio building. When used as a verb in art, it specifically implies the tactile manipulation of a soft material to create a form.
In educational and psychological contexts, modelling is a technical term for social learning. It describes the process where an authority figure or peer demonstrates a behavior to set a standard for others to follow. This is distinct from simply 'teaching' as it emphasizes observation and imitation over verbal instruction.
In scientific and technical fields, modelling refers to the creation of an abstraction—whether mathematical, conceptual, or digital—to simulate a real-world system. This usage is highly formal and academic. It is often paired with specific domains, such as 'financial modelling' or 'climate modelling', to indicate the specific system being simulated.
Note that 'modelling' is the British English spelling, while 'modeling' is the standard American English spelling. Both are acceptable, but consistency within a single document is required.
Meanings
The activity of posing for a photographer, painter, or sculptor to be represented in a work of art.
She began professional modelling at the age of sixteen.
The act of demonstrating a particular behavior or skill so that others can observe and imitate it.
The act of creating a mathematical or conceptual representation of a real-world system to predict behavior or understand complex processes.
Examples
She started modelling for local photographers to build her portfolio.
The teacher believes that modelling positive behavior is the best way to manage a classroom.
Climate modelling helps scientists predict how sea levels will rise over the next century.
I spent all night 3D modelling the character for my new game.
He is currently modelling the clay into a rough sketch of a human torso.
Maybe I should try modelling for a while before I finish college.
The company is using financial modelling to assess the risk of the merger.
The architect is modelling the building in software to check for structural flaws.