The word model, which can be a noun, verb, or adjective, comes from the Latin word modulus, meaning “measure,” or “standard.” If you are a model student, you do everything as the school and teachers wish: you are the standard.

What did model mean?

1 : a small but exact copy of a thing. 2 : a pattern or figure of something to be made. 3 : a person who sets a good example Their daughter is a model of politeness. 4 : a person who poses for an artist or photographer. 5 : a person who wears and displays garments that are for sale.

What does it mean to model someone?

To copy someone or something. imitate. copy. mimic. 1a.