Näidikut

Näidik is an Estonian noun meaning a sample, specimen, model, or indicator, depending on the context. Näidikut is the partitive singular form used when referring to “a sample” or “some sample.” The term is common in science, industry, and everyday language.

In scientific and manufacturing contexts, näidik refers to a sample taken from a batch for analysis, testing, or quality control. It can also denote a model or example used to illustrate a procedure or to demonstrate a concept. For instance, näidikut võeti laboratooriumis katsetamiseks.

In technical devices, näidik also means an indicator or gauge on a measurement instrument, used to display current readings or status, such as a temperatuuri näidik or kütuse näidik.

Etymology and related terms: The word stems from näide, meaning “example,” with the extended sense of “model” or “sample.” The usage varies with context, so narrows to either a physical sample for inspection or a device display that shows measurement results.