/ˈsɑːm.pəl/
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Meaning
A small part of something that shows you what all of it is like.
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Word origin
From Old French essample, the same word that also gave English example, from Latin exemplum.
- Origin
- Old French
- Root
- essample
- English cognates
- example, exemplary
Grammar
Examples
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A "sample" is a small piece you can try.
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A "sample" is also a small amount taken away for testing.
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A "sample" can be a small group chosen to stand for many more.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 21, lesson 7: sample, desperate, dramatic and 7 more words.