prototype

US /ˈproʊ.t̬ə.taɪp/
UK /ˈproʊ.t̬ə.taɪp/
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1.

an original or first model of something from which other forms are developed or copied

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The company unveiled a prototype of its new electric car.
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They are testing the software prototype before full development.
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2.

a typical example of a person or thing

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He is the prototype of the modern politician.
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This building is a prototype of sustainable architecture.
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