Meaning of the word paragon in English

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paragon

US /ˈper.ə.ɡɑːn/
UK /ˈpær.ə.ɡən/

Noun

a person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality

Example:
He was a paragon of virtue and integrity.
The company is a paragon of efficiency.