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Meaning of
archetype
in English
archetype
#uncommon
Plural
archetypes
Definitions
Noun
an
original
model
or
prototype
for
similar
concepts
The
concept
of
the
hero
is
an
archetype
for
many
literary
characters
.
an
ideal
example
or
quintessence
;
a
perfect
representation
The
archetype
of
the
mother
figure
appears
in
many
cultures
.
a
universal
unconscious
pattern
or
thought
The
company's
new
product
is
based
on
an
archetype
of
successful
designs
.
a
character
or
story
based
on
a
known
one
The
archetype
of
the
journey
is
a
universal
pattern
in
storytelling
.