Home / Dictionary / Meaning of specimen

Specimen

/spˈɛsəmən/
C1
Listen pronunciation

(noun) An individual instance that represents a class; an example.

This is a very rare specimen.
A good specimen might weigh up to a kilo.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The geologist carefully labeled each rock ____ before bringing them back to the lab for testing.

Expand Your Vocabulary with LexUp

Master English words using smart flashcards, play exciting word rounds, and compete with other learners worldwide.