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E0260300 (ĭg-zăm′pəl)n.1. One that is representative of a group as a whole: the squirrel, an example of a rodent; introduced each new word with examples of its use.2. One serving as a pattern of a specific kind: set a good example by arriving on time.3. A similar case that constitutes a model or precedent: a unique episode, without example in maritime history.4. a. A punishment given as a warning or deterrent: saw the boy's suspension as an example to all students considering breaking the rules.b. One that has been given such a punishment: made an example of the offender.5. A problem or exercise used to illustrate a principle or method.Idiom: for example As an illustrative instance: Wear something simple; for example, a skirt and blouse.

[Middle English, from Old French example, essaumple, from Latin exemplum, from eximere, to take out : ex-, ex- + emere, to take; see em- in Indo-European roots.]Synonyms: example, instance, case¹, illustration, specimen
These nouns refer to what is representative of or serves to explain a larger group or class. An example is a typically representative part that demonstrates the character of the whole: "Of the despotism to which unrestrained military power leads we have plenty of examples from Alexander to Mao" (Samuel Eliot Morison).
An instance is an example that is cited to prove or illustrate a point: offered the statistics as an instance of why the penal system needed to be overhauled. A case is an example belonging to a particular category: a case of life imitating art. An illustration clarifies or explains: "[The author] has provided an illustration of a first-rate experimental mind at work" (Richard Bernstein).
Specimen often denotes an individual, representative member of a group or class: This poem is an excellent specimen of her work.

example

(ɪɡˈzɑːmpəl) n1. a specimen or instance that is typical of the group or set of which it forms part; sample2. a person, action, thing, etc, that is worthy of imitation; pattern: you must set an example to the younger children. 3. a precedent, illustration of a principle, or model: an example in a maths book. 4. a punishment or the recipient of a punishment serving or intended to serve as a warning: the headmaster made an example of him. 5. for example as an illustration; for instancevb (tr; now usually passive) to present an example of; exemplify[C14: from Old French, from Latin exemplum pattern, from eximere to take out, from ex-¹ + emere to purchase]

ex•am•ple

(ɪgˈzæm pəl, -ˈzɑm-)

n., v. -pled, -pling. n. 1. one of a number of things, or a part of something, taken to show the character of the whole. 2. a pattern or model, as of something to be imitated or avoided: to set a good example. 3. an instance serving for illustration; specimen. 4. an instance illustrating a rule or method, as a mathematical problem proposed for solution. 5. an instance, esp. of punishment, serving as a warning to others. 6. a precedent; parallel case: an action without example. v.t. 7. to give or be an example of; exemplify (used in the passive). [1350–1400; Middle English exa(u)mple < Middle French example < Latin exemplum, akin to eximere to take out; see exempt]

Example

of masters: a company of masters—Bk. of St. Albans, 1486.

example

1. 'example'

If something has the typical features of a particular kind of thing, you can say that it is an example of that kind of thing.

It's a very fine example of traditional architecture.This is yet another example of poor management.

When someone mentions an example of a particular kind of thing, you say that they are giving an example of that kind of thing.

Could you give me an example?Let me give you an example of the sort of thing that happens.

Be Careful!
Don't say that someone 'says an example'.

2. 'for example'

When you mention an example of something, you often say for example.

Switzerland, for example, has four official languages.There must be some discipline in the home. For example, I do not allow my daughter to play with my computer.

Be Careful!
Don't say 'by example'.

example

Past participle: exampled
Gerund: exampling

Imperative
example
example

Present
I example
you example
he/she/it examples
we example
you example
they example

Preterite
I exampled
you exampled
he/she/it exampled
we exampled
you exampled
they exampled

Present Continuous
I am exampling
you are exampling
he/she/it is exampling
we are exampling
you are exampling
they are exampling

Present Perfect
I have exampled
you have exampled
he/she/it has exampled
we have exampled
you have exampled
they have exampled

Past Continuous
I was exampling
you were exampling
he/she/it was exampling
we were exampling
you were exampling
they were exampling

Past Perfect
I had exampled
you had exampled
he/she/it had exampled
we had exampled
you had exampled
they had exampled

Future
I will example
you will example
he/she/it will example
we will example
you will example
they will example

Future Perfect
I will have exampled
you will have exampled
he/she/it will have exampled
we will have exampled
you will have exampled
they will have exampled

Future Continuous
I will be exampling
you will be exampling
he/she/it will be exampling
we will be exampling
you will be exampling
they will be exampling

Present Perfect Continuous
I have been exampling
you have been exampling
he/she/it has been exampling
we have been exampling
you have been exampling
they have been exampling

Future Perfect Continuous
I will have been exampling
you will have been exampling
he/she/it will have been exampling
we will have been exampling
you will have been exampling
they will have been exampling

Past Perfect Continuous
I had been exampling
you had been exampling
he/she/it had been exampling
we had been exampling
you had been exampling
they had been exampling

Conditional
I would example
you would example
he/she/it would example
we would example
you would example
they would example

Past Conditional
I would have exampled
you would have exampled
he/she/it would have exampled
we would have exampled
you would have exampled
they would have exampled

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	example - an item of information that is typical of a class or group; "this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome"; "there is an example on page 10"instance, illustration, representativeinformation - knowledge acquired through study or experience or instructionapology, excuse - a poor example; "it was an apology for a meal"; "a poor excuse for an automobile"exception - an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization; "all her children were brilliant; the only exception was her last child"; "an exception tests the rule"case in point, precedent - an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later timequintessence - the most typical example or representative of a typesample - a small part of something intended as representative of the wholespecimen - an example regarded as typical of its class
	2.	example - a representative form or pattern; "I profited from his example"modelinternal representation, mental representation, representation - a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or imageloadstar, lodestar - something that serves as a model or guideepitome, prototype, paradigm, image - a standard or typical example; "he is the prototype of good breeding"; "he provided America with an image of the good father"holotype, type specimen - the original specimen from which the description of a new species is mademicrocosm - a miniature model of somethingarchetype, original, pilot - something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies; "this painting is a copy of the original"template, templet, guide - a model or standard for making comparisonsprefiguration - an example that prefigures or foreshadows what is to come
	3.	example - something to be imitated; "an exemplar of success"; "a model of clarity"; "he is the very model of a modern major general"exemplar, good example, modelideal - the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attainbeaut, beauty - an outstanding example of its kind; "his roses were beauties"; "when I make a mistake it's a beaut"pacemaker, pacesetter - a leading instance in its field; "the new policy will be a pacesetter in community relations"pattern - a model considered worthy of imitation; "the American constitution has provided a pattern for many republics"prodigy - an impressive or wonderful example of a particular quality; "the Marines are expected to perform prodigies of valor"
	4.	example - punishment intended as a warning to others; "they decided to make an example of him"deterrent example, object lesson, lessonadmonition, word of advice, monition, warning - cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness); "a letter of admonition about the dangers of immorality"; "the warning was to beware of surprises"; "his final word of advice was not to play with matches"
	5.	example - an occurrence of something; "it was a case of bad judgment"; "another instance occurred yesterday"; "but there is always the famous example of the Smiths"case, instancehappening, natural event, occurrence, occurrent - an event that happenshumiliation, mortification - an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect; "he had to undergo one humiliation after another"bit, piece - an instance of some kind; "it was a nice piece of work"; "he had a bit of good luck"time, clip - an instance or single occasion for some event; "this time he succeeded"; "he called four times"; "he could do ten at a clip"
	6.	example - a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding; "you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook"exerciselesson - a task assigned for individual study; "he did the lesson for today"

example

noun1. instance, specimen, case, sample, illustration, case in point, particular case, particular instance, typical case, exemplification, representative case, xample (S.M.S.) examples of sexism and racism in the police force2. illustration, model, ideal, standard, norm, precedent, pattern, prototype, paradigm, archetype, paragon, exemplar, xample (S.M.S.) This piece is a perfect example of symphonic construction.3. warning, lesson, caution, deterrent, admonition, xample (S.M.S.) We were punished as an example to others.for example as an illustration, like, such as, for instance, to illustrate, by way of illustration, exempli gratia (Latin), e.g., to cite an instance You could, for example, walk instead of taking the car.Proverbs
"Practise what you preach"

example

noun1. One that is representative of a group or class:case, illustration, instance, representative, sample, specimen.2. One that is worthy of imitation or duplication:beau ideal, exemplar, ideal, mirror, model, paradigm, pattern, standard.3. A closely similar case in existence or in the past:precedent.4. An instance that warns or discourages prospective imitators:lesson, warning.

Translations

例子样本榜样鉴戒

example

(igˈzaːmpl) noun1. something that represents other things of the same kind; a specimen. an example of his handwriting.样本2. something that shows clearly or illustrates a fact etc. Can you give me an example of how this word is used?例子3. a person or thing that is a pattern to be copied. She was an example to the rest of the class.榜样4. a warning to be heeded. Let this be an example to you, and never do it again!鉴戒for example (often abbreviated to eg ) (iːˈdʒiː) for instance; as an example. Several European countries have no sea-coast – for example, Switzerland and Austria.例如make an example of to punish as a warning to others. The judge decided to make an example of the young thief and sent him to prison for five years.惩一儆百set (someone) an example to act in such a way that other people will copy one's behaviour. Teachers must set a good example to their pupils.树立榜样

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follow the example of

To do something that another person is doing. Growing up, I really tried not to follow the example of my older brother, as he was always getting into trouble. I try to follow the example of Mother Teresa and treat all people with kindness.See also: example, follow, of

example is better than precept

One's actions can teach more effectively than a lecture. If your students seem board, keep in mind that example is better than precept. Of course your kids won't listen if you always just try to tell them what to do. Example is better than precept, after all.See also: better, example

make an example (out) of (one)

To punish one harshly so that others will avoid committing the same offense in order to avoid such punishment. The judge was known to make an example of certain criminals by handing out severe sentences. Miss Johnson made an example of out Timmy when he started talking during the presentation, and everybody else was dead silent afterward.See also: example, make, of

be a shining example (of someone or something)

To be an excellent or ideal example of someone or something. My sister is a shining example of a successful businesswoman—she even has her own company now.See also: example, shine, someone

for example

A phrase used before the speaker gives a specific example to further explain or illustrate what they are referring to. You should bring something in case you get cold on the plane, like a sweater or scarf, for example.See also: example

set an example

To do something or act in a way other will or should emulate; to act as a model for others, good or ill. A noun or pronoun can be used after "et"; often modified with "good" or "bad" before "example." John, please don't curse like that when you're angry—it sets a bad example for the kids. I try to set an example for my employees by always arriving to work on time, replying to emails and phone calls promptly, and taking care of problems as they arise.See also: example, set

hold (someone or something) up as an example

To focus on someone or something as exemplary or ideal in some way. Hey, Little Miss Perfect—it's really annoying how Mom and Dad always hold you up as an example.See also: example, hold, up

Example is better than precept.

Prov. You will teach people more effectively by being a good example than you will by telling them what to do. Mother never lectured us; she just tried her best to be a good person, and we tried hard to be like her. She was living proof that example is better than precept.See also: better, example

hold someone or something up as an example

Fig. to single out someone or something as a person or thing worthy of imitation. No one has ever held me up as an example. Jane held up Doris as an example. I hate to hold myself up as an example, but if you would do what I do, at least I wouldn't criticize you.See also: example, hold, up

make an example of someone

to do something to someone that shows the bad results of bad behavior; to point to someone as a bad example. The judge said that he would make an example of Sally and would fine her the maximum amount. The teacher made an example of me to the class, with a detention on the first day of school.See also: example, make, of

for example

Also, for instance. As an illustration of something, as in Dress casually, in blue jeans, for example, or This program has problems-for instance, it's hard to retrieve lost data. The first expression, which dates from the late 1500s, is used throughout this book to illustrate how an idiom is used. The variant dates from the mid-1600s. See also: example

make an example of

Punish someone so as to be a warning to others, as in The teacher made an example of the boy she caught cheating, or The judge imposed a tough sentence to make an example of the car thieves. This usage is first recorded in John Wycliffe's followers' translation of the Bible (c. 1382). See also: example, make, of

set an example

Also, set a good or bad example . Behave in a way that should (or will) be imitated, as in Dad was always telling Bill to set a good example for his younger brother, or They were afraid of setting a bad example for the other nations. [Late 1700s] See also: example, set

make an eˈxample of somebody

punish somebody severely for a mistake, crime, etc. so that others will be less likely to do wrong: The judge decided to make an example of the leaders of the riot in order to prevent other disturbances.See also: example, make, of, somebody

set (somebody) an eˈxample

set (somebody) a good, bad, etc. eˈxample

show a standard of work or behaviour for others to follow or copy; show a good, bad, etc. model for others: She sets us all an example (= a good example). ♢ You shouldn’t use bad language in front of your children — it sets a bad example.See also: example, set

be a shining eˈxample (of somebody/something)

(also be a shining ˈlight) be a very good example of somebody/something, which other people can follow or copy: Their friends think Phillip and Joan are a shining example of a happily married couple. ♢ His books on grammar are a shining light in a very difficult and confused field.See also: example, shine

for example

As an illustrative instance: Wear something simple; for example, a skirt and blouse.See also: example

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