1 a copy of sth that is usually smaller than the real thing 模型: a model aeroplane 飞机模型 ☞picture at sport 见sport插图

2 one of the machines, vehicles, etc that is made by a particular company （机器、车辆等的）型号: The latest models are on display at the show. 展览会展出了最新的型号。

3 a person or thing that is a good example to copy 模范；榜样: a model student 模范学生Children often use older brothers or sisters as role models (= copy the way they behave). 孩子们常把哥哥姐姐当作效法的榜样。

4 a person who is employed to wear clothes at a fashion show or for magazine photographs 时装模特儿

5 a person who is painted, drawn or photographed by an artist （绘画或拍照时用的）模特儿