Prototype

/pɹˈə‍ʊtə‍ʊtˌa‍ɪp/

/ˈpɹoʊtəˌtaɪp/

Prototype

the primitive design and version of something

synonyms : epitome

an exemplary representation of a category that embodies its essential features and serves as a reference for evaluating other members of the category

Examples

1. The prototype of the product did not work as planned, so we have to go back to the drawing board and come up with a new design.

2. Prototypes exist already.

3. You prototype that one.

4. We build prototypes.