mock-up

noun

ˈmäk-ˌəp How to pronounce mock-up (audio)
ˈmȯk-
Synonyms of mock-up
1
: a full-sized structural model built to scale chiefly for study, testing, or display
2
: a working sample (as of a magazine) for reviewing format, layout, or content

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Subsense showed off a nonfunctional mock-up of a cap that looked like a cross between a baseball cap and a bike helmet. — Alexei Oreskovic, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026 The pair will reportedly use a Black/New Emerald/Tour Yellow color combination, one which is represented in the speculative mock-up seen here. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026 Engineers there use full-scale mechanical mock-ups, robotic arms, and virtual control systems. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 Initially focused on pedigree, a junior designer's innovative mock-up taught him that hunger and ideas are paramount. — Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mock-up

Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of mock-up was in 1920

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“Mock-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mock-up. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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mock-up

noun
ˈmäk-ˌəp, 
ˈmȯk-
: a full-sized model built for study, testing, or display
a mock-up of a car

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