English Dictionary

representative

/ˌɹɛpɹɪˈzɛnt(ət)ɪv/

adj

Typical; having the same properties or interest as a larger group. / Representing, showing a likeness.

He is a representative example of a hardworking student.

意味（1）

Typical; having the same properties or interest as a larger group.

THE POCKET ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF BRITISH STEAM LOCOMOTIVES. By O. S. Nock. Blandford Press. 18s.

THE POCKET ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF BRITISH STEAM LOCOMOTIVES. By O. S. Nock. Blandford Press. 18s. Mr. Nock, he remarks in his preface, was incredulous when the idea of this book of 192 colour gravure illustrations of a representative collection of British steam locomotives from Locomotion to BR's Evening Star was broached to him.

意味（2）

Representing, showing a likeness.

Are you sure this paper is representative of your child's writing?