definition of
pattern

[1] #1 pattern n. [form, shape] a perceptual structure; "the composition presents problems for students of musical form"; "a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between them". wn

[2] #2 pattern n. [practice] a customary way of operation or behavior; "it is their practice to give annual raises"; "they changed their dietary pattern". wn

[3] #3 pattern n. [design, figure] a decorative or artistic work; "the coach had a design on the doors". wn

[4] #4 pattern n. [convention, normal, rule, formula] something regarded as a normative example; "the convention of not naming the main character"; "violence is the rule not the exception"; "his formula for impressing visitors". wn

[5] #5 pattern v. [model] plan or create according to a model or models. wn