Archprototype

/ˌɑːrkˈprəʊtətaɪp/ noun

The original or most perfect example of something that all other versions are based on or measured against.

From 'arch-' (chief, principal) + 'prototype' (first model). The prefix 'arch-' comes from Greek 'archos' meaning ruler or chief. 'Prototype' derives from Greek 'protos' (first) and 'typos' (type or model).

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