specimens

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Scope note
A specimen is an individual instance that represents a class. A good specimen shows the character of the thing or material, useful for close study and permitting exact identification. For parts of anything presented as evidence of quality or composition, prefer "specimens."
specimens
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024