Definition of Example
Example
ex·am·ple
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
that which is characteristic of its kind, illustrating a general rule, principle, or model, a singular thing representative of the whole set;
e.g. The students were asked to provide an example of a time when they had to take lead in a task.
(noun)
someone or something that is regarded in terms of its fitness to be imitated;
e.g. The older sibling must set a good example for his or her younger sibling.
(verb)
to be illustrated or to serve as an example of something;
e.g. The company's intentions were exampled by the document stating all their wishes for their employees.
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