How to pronounce “paragon”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• A person of preeminent qualities, who acts as a pattern or model for others. [from 16th c.]
• (obsolete) A companion; a match; an equal. [16th–19th c.]
• (obsolete) Comparison; competition. [16th–17th c.]
• (typography, printing, dated) The size of type between great primer and double pica, standardized as 20-point. [from 18th c.]
• (gemmology) A flawless diamond of at least 100 carats.
• [Verb]
• To compare; to parallel; to put in rivalry or emulation with.
• To compare with; to equal; to rival.
• To serve as a model for; to surpass.
• To be equal; to hold comparison.

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