prototype

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

原型, 初型

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

:
The company unveiled a prototype of its new electric car.
该公司公布了其新型电动汽车的原型
They are testing the software prototype before full development.
他们在全面开发前测试软件原型
2.

典型, 典范

a typical example of a person or thing

:
He is the prototype of the modern politician.
他是现代政治家的典型
This building is a prototype of sustainable architecture.
这座建筑是可持续建筑的典范