Archetype
/ˈɑːrkɪtaɪp/
Definitions
- (n.) An original model or typical example from which others are copied or patterned.
The hero’s journey is a common archetype in literature.
Forms
- archetypes
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'archetype' is used metaphorically to describe foundational examples or models that inform interpretation or application.
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