Exemplar (?), n. [L. exemplar, exemplum: cf. F. exemplaire. See Example, and cf. Examper, Sampler.] 1. A model, original, or pattern, to be copied or imitated; a specimen; sometimes; an ideal model or type, as that which an artist conceives.
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Such grand exemplar as make their own abilities the sole measure of what is fit or unfit. South.
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2. A copy of a book or writing. [Obs.] Udall.
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