noun

1. An original form or object which is a basis for other forms or objects (particularly manufactured items), or for its generalizations and models.

2. An early sample or model built to test a concept or process.

   “The prototype had loose wires and rough edges, but it worked.”

3. A declaration of a function that specifies the name, return type, and parameters, but none of the body or actual code.

Synonyms: prototype racecar, racing prototype, sports prototype

verb

1. To create a prototype of.