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role model

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role model
n.
A person who serves as a model in a particular behavioral or social role for another person to emulate.
role model
Etymology: Fr, role, stage character; L, modus, small copy
a person who knowingly or unknowingly inspires others to imitate his or her persona. The role model may be a real person, such as a parent, or a symbolic character, such as one depicted in movies or television programs.


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