Synonyms for Modeling (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (sculpture produced by molding):
mold, molding, mould, moulding, clay sculpture
WordNet sense 2 (a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied):
modelling
WordNet sense 3 (the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale)):
model
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