prototype (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/

Definition

A first, preliminary model of something, from which other forms are developed or copied.

Examples

• The engineers are still working on the prototype for the new electric car.

• This early prototype of the software has many bugs.

• The museum displayed a prototype of the first airplane.

How to Use prototype

prototype of (prepositional phrase)

Indicates what the prototype represents or is a model for. — "This is a prototype of a new type of solar panel."

prototype for (prepositional phrase)

Indicates the original model or example that others are based on. — "The company's first product served as a prototype for all future designs."

Synonyms of prototype

Words with a similar meaning to prototype:

• model
• sample
• original
• draft
• archetype

Antonyms of prototype

Words with the opposite meaning to prototype:

• final product
• copy
• imitation

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