pattern

Definition

Model, example.

Etymology

From earlier patten, paterne, from Middle English patron (“patron; example”), from Old French patron, from Medieval Latin patrōnus (“patron”). Doublet of padrone, patron, Patronus, and patroon.

Example Sentences

• "The wallpaper had a floral pattern."
• "There is no reason why all colleges and universities should be cut to the same pattern."
• "Well! the King of France died pardoning & pitying all those who had tortured his Soul & Body, a great Pattern for us all."