Classic
Classic noun - The most perfect type or example.
Usage example: his journey of discovery was a classic of arduous effort and fierce determination
Prototype and classic are semantically related. in model topic. In some cases you can use "Prototype" instead a noun "Classic", when it comes to topics like standard, definitive example.
Prototype
Prototype noun - One of a group or collection that shows what the whole is like.
Usage example: a literary character who is universally regarded as the ultimate prototype of the spoiled, willful Southern belle
Classic and prototype are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Classic" instead a noun "Prototype".
How words are described
Both words in one sentence
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Gotta Catch Them All/Plot Coupon: The player must collect nine classic Corvettes for a chance to get the 1997 Test Car prototype.
Source: Pinball / Corvette -
Corvette requires the player to race and collect nine classic Chevrolet Corvettes for a chance to get an unreleased prototype test car.
- Goofy Jr., Max's prototype from the Classic Disney Shorts, and Peg from Goof Troop don't have any ears.
Source: Furry Ear Dissonance
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