scale model
Definitions
A three-dimensional copy or representation of something in which all parts have dimensions in the same proportion to that of the original (i.e., all aspect ratios are preserved).
Equivalents
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Examples
“To test⟳ the hydrodynamics of the dam, the civil engineers not only ran computer simulations but also even built and flooded a scale model⟳ of the dam and the surrounding valley.”
“A scale model⟳ of a cargo aircraft was perched on the desk of the air force⟳ officer. "As they say⟳, guns start⟳ wars, but logistics win⟳ them," he said.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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