Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
modello
noun
/mɒˈdɛloʊ/
Definition
A small-scale working version of a design, especially used in architecture or sculpture.
Examples
- The sculptor created a modello in clay before starting the final statue.
- He presented a modello of the building to the committee for approval.
Meaning
In artistic and architectural contexts, a modello is typically a preliminary model or draft made to help visualize the final product.
Synonyms
- model
- prototype
- sample
