practicemodel

noun

UK /ˈpræktɪs ˌmɒdl/

US /ˈpræktɪs ˌmɑːdl/

A practicemodel is a small copy of something that you use to learn how it works.

The teacher showed us a practicemodel of a volcano before we did the experiment.

SYNONYMS

mock-up replica sample training model demonstration model

RELATED WORDS

prototype simulation practice model example

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A simplified version of a real situation used for training or testing.

Pilots train on a practicemodel of the cockpit before flying a real plane.

3. A person or thing used as a standard to practice against or compare with.

The coach used a practicemodel to show the team the right way to kick the ball.

4. A first version of a product made to try out ideas before the real one is built.

The engineers built a practicemodel of the robot to see if the arms could move.