Proto
/ˈproʊtoʊ/
Synonyms
- first
- initial
- original
- preliminary
- foundational
Slang Meanings
Used to denote something experimental or in the early stages.
That car design is still in proto phase; it won't hit the market for another year.
Referring to an outdated or basic version of something.
That game is so proto, it doesn't even have proper graphics.