mock-up

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A scale or full-size model of a design or device which is not fully functional, used for teaching, demonstration, design evaluation, promotion, or other purposes.
  2. A prototype, usually low-fidelity, such as a paper illustration, screenshot, or simple screen configuration with limited interaction.

Pronunciation

/ˈmɒkˌʌp/ /ˈmɑkˌʌp/ mŏkˈ-ŭpˌ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Persent101-mock-up.wav

Word forms

mock-up mock-ups mockup

Etymology

First use appears c. 1915–1920, deverbal from mock up (verb), by imitation of French maquette.

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