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template

/ˈtɛmplət/

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What does template mean?

noun

  1. A physical object whose shape is used as a guide to make other objects.
  2. A generic model or pattern from which other objects are based or derived.
  3. A file or document serving as a basis for others.
More meanings (7)

noun

  1. A macromolecule which provides a pattern for the synthesis of another molecule.
  2. A partially defined class or function, that can be instantiated in a variety of ways depending on the instantiation arguments.
  3. A strip of metal used in boiler-making, pierced with a series of holes, and serving as a guide in marking out a line of rivet-holes.
  4. Synonym of temple.

verb

  1. To set up or mark off using a template.
  2. To provide a template or pattern for.
  3. To synthesize by means of a template.

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IPA pronunciation

/ˈtɛmplət/

CMU Pronouncing Dictionary

Other dictionary pronunciations

/ˈtɛmpleɪt/
CMU Pronouncing Dictionary

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The mode referred to consists in giving a rapid "switch" motion to a pencil upon a piece of paper, or a cardboard, or a smooth metal plate; and then cutting out the curve so produced, and employing it as a pattern or "template," to enable copies to be traced from it.
James NasmythJames Nasmyth, Engineer: An AutobiographyProject Gutenberg ebook #476