prototypebuildings

noun

UK /ˈprəʊtətaɪp ˈbɪldɪŋz/

US /ˈproʊtətaɪp ˈbɪldɪŋz/

Prototype buildings are first test buildings made to try out new ideas.

The architects showed us prototype buildings made of recycled plastic.

SYNONYMS

test buildings model buildings experimental buildings trial buildings pilot buildings

RELATED WORDS

prototype architecture construction design mock-up

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Early sample buildings used to test how a design works before making many copies.

The company built prototype buildings to check the new wall system.

3. Buildings created as a first version of a future product or project.

These prototype buildings will help the team improve the final design.

4. Small-scale or full-size buildings used for research and testing.

Engineers studied the prototype buildings during the earthquake test.