Canadian English Meaning of example

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Definitions and Meaning of example in English

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example (n)

an item of information that is typical of a class or group

a representative form or pattern

something to be imitated

punishment intended as a warning to others

an occurrence of something

a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding

Webster

example (n.)

One or a portion taken to show the character or quality of the whole; a sample; a specimen.

That which is to be followed or imitated as a model; a pattern or copy.

That which resembles or corresponds with something else; a precedent; a model.

That which is to be avoided; one selected for punishment and to serve as a warning; a warning.

An instance serving for illustration of a rule or precept, especially a problem to be solved, or a case to be determined, as an exercise in the application of the rules of any study or branch of science; as, in trigonometry and grammar, the principles and rules are illustrated by examples.

Webster

example (v. t.)

To set an example for; to give a precedent for; to exemplify; to give an instance of; to instance.

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examplary => exemplary, examining => examining, examinership => Receiver, examiner => examiner, examinee => test taker,