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pattern

/ˈpæt.ən/

[/ˈpæt.ən/]

a regular arrangement

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A pattern is a way in which something happens or is arranged that repeats in a regular way. Students look for patterns in data and numbers.

Example

Look for a pattern in the sequence of numbers.

Look for a pattern in the sequence of numbers.

Etymology

From Old French 'patron' meaning a model.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in maths and science for regular arrangements.

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