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prototyped

 

[ ˈprəʊtəˌtaɪpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

product development

Prototyped is the past tense of prototype, which means to create an initial model or example of something. This process is essential in product development and design, allowing creators to test and refine their ideas before final production. Prototyping can involve sketches, digital representations, or physical models, and it is a crucial step in many engineering and design fields. The goal is to visualize and evaluate concepts to make improvements based on feedback and testing.

Synonyms

drafted, mocked up, modeled

Examples of usage

  • The team prototyped their new app interface.
  • She prototyped a model of the new building.
  • They prototyped several designs before choosing the final one.

Translations

Translations of the word "prototyped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 prototipado

🇮🇳 प्रोटोटाइप किया हुआ

🇩🇪 prototypisiert

🇮🇩 diprototipkan

🇺🇦 прототипований

🇵🇱 prototypowany

🇯🇵 プロトタイプされた

🇫🇷 prototypé

🇪🇸 prototipado

🇹🇷 prototiplenmiş

🇰🇷 프로토타입 된

🇸🇦 تمت نمذجته

🇨🇿 prototypovaný

🇸🇰 prototypovaný

🇨🇳 原型设计的

🇸🇮 prototipiran

🇮🇸 frumgerð

🇰🇿 прототиптелген

🇬🇪 პროტოტიპირებული

🇦🇿 prototipləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 prototipado

Etymology

The word 'prototype' comes from the Greek words 'protos,' meaning 'first,' and 'typos,' meaning 'impression' or 'model.' It originally referred to an original form or first model of something, which would then serve as a standard for further versions. In the early 20th century, the meaning of prototype expanded in industrial and manufacturing contexts, where it became crucial for creating tools and machines. As technology advanced, the term evolved to encompass various fields, including software development and design, where rapid prototyping became a significant part of the creative process. The verb form 'prototyped' began to be used more frequently in the late 20th century, reflecting a growing emphasis on prototyping as an important phase in the development of products and ideas.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,061, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.