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pro·to·type

prototype

pronunciation:: pro to taIp
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part of speech:	noun
definition 1:	an original model on which later stages or forms are based or developed. The company made several improvements to its prototype before launching their new model car. synonyms: archetype, type similar words: forerunner, model, mold, original, pattern, precedent
definition 2:	that which provides an example, as by being the standard or worthy of emulation. synonyms: example, ideal, model, paradigm, pattern, type similar words: classic, image, lead, monument, paragon, picture, precedent, standard, touchstone
definition 3:	a primitive or prior form or species of biological organism; ancestor. synonyms: ancestor similar words: antecedent, forerunner, precursor, predecessor
related words:	classic, forerunner, image, lead, miniature, mold, monument, original, pattern, picture
derivations:	prototypic (adj.), prototypical (adj.), prototypically (adv.)

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