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pattern

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 patterns
 1) N-COUNT: oft the N of n A pattern is the repeated or regular way in which something happens or is done.
  All three attacks followed the same pattern...
  A change in the pattern of his breathing became apparent.
 2) N-COUNT A pattern is an arrangement of lines or shapes, especially a design in which the same shape is repeated at regular intervals over a surface.
  ...a golden robe embroidered with red and purple thread stitched into a pattern of flames.
 3) N-COUNT A pattern is a diagram or shape that you can use as a guide when you are making something such as a model or a piece of clothing.
  ...cutting out a pattern for trousers...
  Send for our free patterns to knit yourself.
  ...sewing patterns.