physical specimen
Frequency: 5.23.5 per million words
a tangible, real example of something, as opposed to a description or image
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Examples (10)
- He was a fine physical specimen in his youth, admired by many.
- The museum acquired a rare physical specimen of a prehistoric bird, remarkably well-preserved.
- Researchers carefully examined the physical specimen under a powerful microscope.
- For our study, we need a physical specimen of the material, not just a photograph or description.
- The detective searched tirelessly for a physical specimen of the suspect's DNA at the crime scene.
- Ancient gladiators were often considered peak physical specimens, demonstrating immense strength and agility.
- Each physical specimen in the vast collection was meticulously cataloged and labeled.
- Obtaining a live physical specimen of the elusive deep-sea creature proved to be an incredibly difficult task.
- This fossil is a remarkable physical specimen of early marine life, offering new insights into evolution.
- Students were asked to analyze the physical specimen provided in the lab, identifying its key characteristics.