1. | 模式;方式the regular way in which sth happens or is done |
changing patterns of behaviour 变化行为模式 | |
an irregular sleeping pattern 不规律的睡眠模式 | |
The murders all seem to follow a (similar) pattern(= happen in the same way) . 这些凶杀案似乎同出一辙。 |
2. | [ususing] 范例;典范;榜样;样板an excellent example to copy |
This system sets the pattern for others to follow. 这个系统堪为他人仿效的典范。 |
3. | 图案;花样;式样a regular arrangement of lines, shapes, colours, etc. as a design on material, carpets, etc. |
a pattern of diamonds and squares 菱形和正方形构成的图案 | |
a shirt with a floral pattern 一件花衬衣 |
4. | 模型;底样;纸样a design, set of instructions or shape to cut around that you use in order to make sth |
a knitting pattern 编织图样 | |
She bought a dress pattern and some material. 她买了一幅衣服纸样和一些衣料。 |
5. | 样品;样本a small piece of material, paper, etc. that helps you choose the design of sth |
wallpaper patterns 壁纸样品 |
1. | ~ sth 构成图案(或花样)to form a regular arrangement of lines or shapes on sth |
Frost patterned the window. 霜在窗子上形成了图案。 | |
a landscape patterned by vineyards 由一片片葡萄园构成的风景图 |
2. | ~ sth 使形成,促成(某行为模式)to cause a particular type of behaviour to develop |
Adult behaviour is often patterned by childhood experiences. 成年人的行为模式往往受童年经历影响。 |