prototipo

/pɾotoˈtipo/ · B2 · noun · m

prototype

🔧📐 proto- (first) + tipo (type) = the first type that others copy

Greek prōtos means first and typos means model or impression. A prototipo is the first model made, which later versions follow. Because it sets the standard, it can also mean a perfect example or epitome of something.

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