prototype

Definitions

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

A typical or primary example of a particular person or thing.

Examples

The engineers spent months developing a functional prototype of the new electric vehicle.

Before mass production begins, the company must test the prototype for any potential design flaws.

The initial prototype served as a rough model to demonstrate the core features of the software.

Synonyms

model archetype sample specimen pattern example mockup

Antonyms

final product mass production copy replica duplicate derivative result