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pat·tern
 pattern
- pronunciation:
- pae
t
 rn
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
an arrangement of shapes, lines, letters, numbers, or colors that can be repeated or used again and again.
The new dishes have a pattern with leaves and flowers.
- synonyms:
- design
- similar words:
- decoration
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| definition 2: |
a guide; model.
Lay the pattern carefully over the fabric.- synonyms:
- model
- similar words:
- draft, example, guide, mold, outline, plan, shape, type
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| related words: |
drawing, grain, habit |
| derivation: |
patternless (adj.) |
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