sampleblock

noun
UK /ˈsɑːmplblɒk/
US /ˈsæmplblɑːk/

A sample block is a small piece of something that shows you what the whole thing is like.

The teacher gave each student a sample block of clay to try before the big art project.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small block of material used for testing or showing a product.

The store displayed a sample block of the new flooring.

3. A section of computer code used as a template or example.

The programmer copied the sample block into her new program.

4. A piece of stone or wood cut to show its color and texture.

We picked the kitchen counter after looking at a sample block of granite.