prototyping
/ˈpɹəʊtətaɪpɪŋ/ · pro·to·ty·ping
noun
- The rapid creation of prototypes of a new product for demonstration and research purposes. The design team used prototyping to test the feasibility of their new product before investing in mass production.
verb
- To create a prototype of something, especially a product or a design. The engineer prototyped the new gadget to see if it would work as intended.
Synonyms
modelingmockupproof-of-conceptprototypedesign testingproduct testingproof-of-principlemockup testing
Antonyms
Did you know? The term 'prototyping' has become an essential part of the product development process, allowing designers and engineers to test and refine their ideas before investing in full-scale production.