specimen
/ˈspɛsəmən/
noun
- A single example or sample of something, especially one used for testing or study.
- The scientist examined a blood specimen under the microscope.
- The museum has a rare butterfly specimen in its collection.
- We collected rock specimens from the mountainside for our geology class.
- A person or thing that is typical of a particular group or type (often used humorously or critically).
- That car is a perfect specimen of 1960s design.
- She's an odd specimen, always wearing mismatched socks.
- He's a fine specimen of a modern athlete.