prototype

Definition

  • noun: an original or first model of something from which other forms are copied or developed
  • noun: an original model on which something is patterned
  • synonyms: exemplar, archetype, original

Examples

  • The Sherlock Holmes stories are the 'prototypes' of modern detective stories.

  • He is the 'prototype' of a conservative businessman.

  • He is developing a 'prototype' for his invention.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I never supported your program. We have my predecessor to thank for that. Norman, the General gave the go-ahead to request aerospace ...to build a prototype of their exoskeleton design. - They test in two weeks. - And if your so-called performance enhancers ...have not had a successful (..)
    2002 Spider-Man