The Oxford Thesaurus An A-Z Dictionary of Synonyms - samplen.

1) specimen, example, representative, representation, illustration, sampling, sampler, cross-section; swatch; bite, nibble, taste: I should like to see a sample before deciding whether to place an order with you. --v. 2) test, try, taste, experience: Anyone is welcome to sample the merchandise on request. --adj. 3) representative, specimen, illustrative, representational, trial, test: A sample copy of the book is available for examination.