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A physical object whose shape is used as a guide to make other objects.
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A generic model or pattern from which other objects are based or derived.
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(computing) A file or document serving as a basis for others.
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(molecular biology) A macromolecule which provides a pattern for the synthesis of another molecule.
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(object-oriented programming) A partially defined class or function, that can be instantiated in a variety of ways depending on the instantiation arguments.
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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.
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(weaving) Synonym of temple.