patterning
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/ˈpætərnɪŋ/
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/ˈpætənɪŋ/
The act of creating a pattern by copying or repeating something.
Children often learn social behaviors through patterning.
The design made by arranging shapes or colors in a pattern.
The patterning on the dress was very intricate and beautiful.