A pattern is a regularity in the world, in human-made design, [1] or in abstract ideas. As such, the elements of a pattern repeat in a predictable and logical manner.
1. To make, mold, or design by following a pattern: We patterned this plan on the previous one. My daughter patterned her military career after her father's. 2. To cover or ornament with a design or pattern.
Something that repeats in a predictable way is a pattern. You might find a pattern in a series of numbers, in the material covering your couch, or in the habits of your upstairs neighbor.
pattern (plural patterns) Model, example. Something from which a copy is made; a model or outline. [from 14th c.] synonyms quotations Synonyms: original, stencil, template The wallpaper had a floral pattern.
A pattern is a regularity in the world, in human-made design, [1] or in abstract ideas. As such, the elements of a pattern repeat in a predictable and logical manner.