prototype

noun
UK: /ˈprəʊ.tə.taɪp/
US: /ˈproʊ.tə.taɪp/

  1. A first design of something from which other forms are copied or developed.

    1. This is a prototype of a new car.
    2. The company developed a working prototype of the solar-powered engine, showing initial promise.

  2. A typical example or model of something.

    1. She is the prototype of a modern working woman.
    2. He represents the prototype of a successful entrepreneur: driven, innovative, and relentless.

Synonyms

blueprint sample archetype mock-up model
prototype verb

  1. To create a preliminary model or version of something.

    1. They will prototype a new application.
    2. Engineers need to prototype the device before mass production can begin.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "prototype" in English means: A first design of something from which other forms are copied or developed., A typical example or model of something..

The phonetic transcription of "prototype" is /ˈprəʊ.tə.taɪp/ in British English and /ˈproʊ.tə.taɪp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "prototype": blueprint, sample, archetype, mock-up, model.

Example usage of "prototype": "This is a prototype of a new car.". More examples on the page.