Definition of "pattern" []

• A model or original used as an archetype. (noun)
• A person or thing considered worthy of imitation. (noun)
• A plan, diagram, or model to be followed in making things: a dress pattern. See Synonyms at ideal. (noun)
• A representative sample; a specimen. (noun)
• An artistic or decorative design: a paisley pattern. See Synonyms at figure. (noun)

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• "If there are fewer elements in the $replacement array than in the $pattern array, any extra $pattern will be replaced by an empty string. limit: The maximum possible replacements for each pattern in each $subject string."
• "Next year book features a change in the title pattern and is also called "Changes" another must-read for me."
• "The pattern is the Gauntlet pattern from the Not Just Socks book by Sandi Rosner."