developing model
noun phraseUK /dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ ˈmɒdl/
US /dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ ˈmɑːdl/
A model that is still being made and is not finished yet.
The engineers tested the developing model to see if the new wings worked.
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2. A theoretical idea or plan that is still being worked out and improved.
The team proposed a developing model for how cities could save water.
3. A person who is learning and growing in a particular role or skill.
She is a developing model of good leadership for the younger students.
4. A mathematical or computer representation that is being refined with new data.
The weather service keeps updating its developing model as new readings arrive.