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Specimen

Definition

(formal, scientific) A person, animal, plant, or thing that is studied or examined, especially as a representative of a particular group or type; a sample or example of something, often used for scientific research or analysis.

Example Sentences

1The entomologist carefully labelled each specimen in the collection, noting its species, habitat, and any distinctive characteristics.
2Is it possible to extrapolate the properties of an entire population from a single specimen, or does this approach introduce unacceptable bias?
3The museum's collection of dinosaur specimens is renowned for its completeness and the exceptional preservation of the fossils.
4When conducting field research, it is essential to handle specimens with care to avoid contamination or damage that could compromise the results.
5There is ongoing debate among paleontologists about the classification of this specimen, with some arguing it represents a previously unknown species.

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