modeling vs molding

modeling and molding both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
modeling	Yes	No	No	No
molding	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, modeling and molding are synonyms defined as:

modeling and molding: a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied

Other synonyms of modeling include modelling, moulding.

As nouns, modeling and molding are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of modeling include clay sculpture, modelling, mold, mould, moulding.

modeling (noun)	molding (noun)
the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale)	a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied
a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied	the act of creating something by casting it in a mold
sculpture produced by molding	a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge
	a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing
	sculpture produced by molding