pro·to·type 
/ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/ noun
plural pro·to·types /ˈproʊtəˌtaɪp/ noun [count] 1 : an original or first model of something from which other forms are copied or developed
▪ They tested the prototype of the car. ▪ He is developing a prototype for his invention. 2 a : someone or something that has the typical qualities of a particular group, kind, etc.
▪ He is the prototype of a conservative businessman.
b : a first or early example that is used as a model for what comes later
▪ The Sherlock Holmes stories are the prototypes of modern detective stories.
▪ They tested the prototype of the car. ▪ He is developing a prototype for his invention.
▪ He is the prototype of a conservative businessman.
b : a first or early example that is used as a model for what comes later
▪ The Sherlock Holmes stories are the prototypes of modern detective stories.
