definition 1. a three-dimensional representation of a person or thing or of a proposed structure, typically on a smaller scale than the original.
definition 2. a system or thing used as an example to follow or imitate.
Verbs:
1. fashion or shape (a three-dimensional figure or object) in a malleable material such as clay or wax.
2. use (a system, procedure, etc.) as an example to follow or imitate.