prototypeversions

noun

UK /ˈprəʊtətaɪp ˈvɜːʃənz/

US /ˈproʊtətaɪp ˈvɜːrʒənz/

Early test models of something that are made to try out ideas before the real thing is built.

The engineers compared several prototype versions of the toy car before choosing the best design.

SYNONYMS

test models early drafts trial versions pilot models experimental builds

RELATED WORDS

prototype mock-up beta version draft iteration

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Different early releases of a software program used for testing.

The team tested prototype versions of the app with a small group of users.

3. First attempts at a design that are later improved.

Her sketchbook was full of prototype versions of the poster.

4. Preliminary models used in research to check how well something works.

Scientists built prototype versions of the device to measure its speed.