Definition: Something that is representative of all such things in a group.

Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! That dictionary definition – “Something that is representative of all such things in a group” – it’s quite a mouthful, isn't it? Let's break it down with a little rhyme to make it easier to see. “Examples” mean, you see, A sample for you and me! They show the pattern, clear and bright, And help us understand just right. Think of it like this: imagine a box full of crayons, all different hues – reds, blues, greens, and yellows too. If someone gives you one crayon - say, a red one - that's an example . It shows what "red" looks like, doesn’t it? Now, if they give you several red crayons of different shades (light pink, dark crimson), those are even better examples ! They really show the variety within the group – all the reds. So, “representative” means that an example shows what something generally is like within a bigger collection. It’s not every single thing , but it's a good glimpse to help us learn and understand. Does that make sense? Do you have any questions about how examples work? Let's discuss!