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1. (n.) template
a pattern, mold, or the like, usu. consisting of a thin plate of wood or metal, serving as a gauge or guide in mechanical work.
2. template
anything that determines or serves as a pattern; a model:
You can use my notes as a template for employee evaluations.
3. template
a horizontal piece, as of timber or stone, in a wall, to receive and distribute the pressure of a girder, beam, or the like.
4. template
Genetics. a strand of DNA that serves as pattern for the formation of a complementary strand.
5. template
a flat strip, as of cardboard, placed on a computer keyboard to provide ready reference to software commands.
6. template
an electronic file with a predesigned, customized format and structure, as for a fax, letter, or expense report, ready to be filled in.
7. template
a marble base for a toilet.
Etymology: (1670–80; alter. of templet , appar. by falsely etymologizing final syllable as plate)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) template, templet, guide
a model or standard for making comparisons
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1. (noun) template
sth you draw, cut, etc. around to make a copy of a shape, pattern, etc.
Use the cardboard template to make your Santa.
2. template
an example of sth that can be copied
a template for a business website
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) template
same as Templet
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