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Representing the most perfect or typical example of a particular quality, class, or type.
예문:
"The small village with its thatched cottages is the quintessential English countryside scene."
"She is the quintessential professional, always arriving early and staying late to ensure every detail is perfect."
"The novel is often cited as the quintessential example of Southern Gothic literature."