specimen

Meaning

1. An individual instance that represents a class; an example.
2. An individual instance that represents a class; an example.
3. An individual instance that represents a class; an example.
4. (derogatory) An individual instance that represents a class; an example.
5. A sample, especially one used for diagnostic analysis.
6. (humorous) An eligible man.

Synonyms

sample

model

example

pattern

copy

exemplar

instance

representative

prototype

test piece

illustration

exponent

form

genre

item

kind

line

master

miniature

model machine

paradigm

paragon

piece

preparation

probation

proof

role model

section

sort

spec

species

specimen copy

swatch

teaser

test

proto

trial

type

variety

ware

sample book

sample piece

microspecimen

design

microsection

test bar

preproduction model

instruction sheet

sample workpiece

test coupon

Translations

spécimen

esemplare

espécimen

campione

δείγμα

Muster

Probe

échantillon

Exemplar

espécime

ejemplar

örnek

specimen

proef

exemple

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈspɛsɪmɪn/

Etymology

From Latin specimen (“mark, sign, example”), from speciō (“observe, watch”).

Sentences

First , the specimen is actually of "Edmontosaurus annectens".