CEFR B2

prototype

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: model, sample, original, draft, archetype

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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."

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