01 n. An original or model after which anything is copied; the pattern of anything to be engraved, or otherwise copied, cast, or the like; a prim…
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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.“They will turn their backs on it, like their great precursor and prototype.” — Burke.