Definitions

1. noun

A preliminary or first version of a product, design, or system, often used for testing or evaluation.

“The company’s new smartphone is still in its prototype phase, with many features still needing refinement.”

2. verb

To make or produce a prototype of something, especially a product or design.

“The engineer was tasked with prototyping a new robotic arm for the company’s manufacturing line.”

3. verb

To test or try out something, especially a new idea or procedure, by creating a prototype.

“The marketing team prototyped several different ad campaigns before selecting the final one to launch.”