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Specimen

usgb/ˈspesɪmən/Volume
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Generalization Cue

Use 'specimen' to represent a wider category, indicating a typical example.

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A piece of igneous rock can be a good specimen of volcanic activity.
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Physical Objects

'Specimen' often refers to a physical item, not abstract concepts.

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This ancient coin is a rare specimen of the empire's currency.
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Display Purpose

Specimens are typically used for display or study to illustrate a point.

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The botany class examined a leaf specimen under the microscope.
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