1. Noun
An original or model after which anything is copied; the pattern of anything to be engraved, or otherwise copied, cast, or the like; a primary form; exemplar; archetype.
2. noun
A first version used to test and improve an idea.
An early model built to test a design, concept or process.
3. Noun
a standard or typical example; "he is the prototype of good breeding"; "he provided America with an image of the good father"
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