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   Exemplar , n. [L. exemplar, exemplum: cf. F. exemplaire. See Example, and cf. Examper, Sampler.]
   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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   A copy of a book or writing. [Obs.]
   Udall.
   
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   Exemplar, a. Exemplary. [Obs.]
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   The exemplar piety of the father of a family.
   Jer. Taylor.
   
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