n. 25B6; noun
a working model : REPLICA, copy, representation, mock-up, dummy, imitation, duplicate, reproduction, facsimile.
the American model of airline deregulation : PROTOTYPE, stereotype, archetype, type, version; mould, template, framework, pattern, design, blueprint.
she was a model as a teacher : IDEAL, paragon, perfect example/specimen; perfection, acme, epitome, nonpareil, crème de la crème.
a top model : FASHION MODEL, supermodel, mannequin; informal clothes horse.
an artist's model : SITTER, poser, subject.
the latest model of car : VERSION, type, design, variety, kind, sort.
this dress is a model : ORIGINAL (DESIGN), exclusive; informal one-off.
25B6; adjective
model trains : REPLICA, TOY, miniature, dummy, imitation, duplicate, reproduction, facsimile.
model farms : PROTOTYPICAL, prototypal, archetypal.
a model teacher : IDEAL, perfect, exemplary, classic, flawless, faultless.