Definition of template in English:

template

noun ˈtɛmpleɪtˈtɛmplətˈtɛmplət

1A shaped piece of rigid material used as a pattern for processes such as cutting out, shaping, or drilling.
样板，模板，型板
Example sentencesExamples
- Templates, patterns, and drawings guarantee consistency and could be used for generations.
- Make a cardboard template of this piece.
- A template or pattern is essential for accurately cutting your vinyl floor.
- A template is a ready-made shape that engineers and designers draw around to make perfect curves.
- Punch out the patterns following the template.
- Using your pattern as a template, cut the design with a sharp crafts knife.
- Our plans come complete with full-size templates and step-by-step instructions.
- Cut out the shapes and use them as a template.
- All our plans have traceable templates.
- When many pieces need to be cut the same, use one accurately cut or drilled piece as a template.
- The various shapes were moulded using templates.
- Full-sized paper templates were used at the metal plant for cutting the sheet steel.
- They rarely use templates or fixed patterns.
- The original full-sized drawing was used as a template to make pattern pieces.
- Students were provided with a template to trace the shape on white construction paper.
- The plans for this project come with full-size pattern templates.
- A cardboard template the size and shape of the finished pocket comes in handy.
- She used an adhesive template as a tool, cutting the shapes she wanted.
- He designs templates and traces multiple shapes on large pieces of colored paper.
- Lay out your paper pattern or template over the flooring material.
Synonyms
cast, die, form, matrix, shape, container
1. 1.1 Something that serves as a model for others to copy.
  〈喻〉榜样；典范
  the plant was to serve as the template for change throughout the company
  这个工厂将作为全公司变革的样板。
  Example sentencesExamples
  His influence on mainstream rap-rock is undisputed, serving as the template for other vocalists.
  Ancient patterns or templates are being broken down under the pressure of global, social and economic forces.
  These sketches would later serve as their templates.
  The state's new standards are expected to serve as a template for the rest of the country.
  Engineers used their modern petrol engine as the template for the new diesel.
  The proposed model could serve as a template for such studies.
  His approach now looks like a pale copy of an industry template.
  The project should become a template for dealing with local businesses.
  These are tactics that serve admirably as a template for terrorizing entire nations.
  This imported furniture was subsequently used as templates for locally made pieces.
  This cliché-riddled film could serve as a template for the perfect feel-good movie.
  The first few minutes served as a template for the rest of the work.
  The manuals serve as templates for the development of food industry guidelines.
  This should be used as a guiding procedure and not a rigid template.
  If the Indonesian effort is successful, it could serve as a template to save forests across Southeast Asia.
  These examples could serve as templates until the new teacher develops his or her own style.
  This piece might be a conceptual template for the drawings.
  It is not possible to provide a template for this process.
  The airplane served as a template for many future models.
  This contract has served as a template for the region.
  Synonyms
  model, pattern, blueprint, archetype, prototype, sample, example, exemplar
2. 1.2Computing A preset format for a document or file.
  〔计算机〕（文档或文件的）模板，母板
  Example sentencesExamples
  We went looking for templates in the File menu.
  Hire a professional designer to create your website or purchase a website template.
  You can alter the look of your email template by changing the graphics and/or fields.
  If you're just starting a site, a template can automate the process.
  Any employee can upload documents or templates that might be useful for anyone else in the organization.
3. 1.3Biochemistry A nucleic acid molecule that acts as a pattern for the sequence of assembly of a protein, nucleic acid, or other large molecule.
  〔生化〕模板
  as modifier secondary structure in the template strand is eliminated
  Example sentencesExamples
  During protein synthesis templates are translated into a sequence of amino acids.
  Messenger RNA molecules are templates for the proteins that carry the main metabolic functions in a cell.
  Both strands can act as templates to produce a molecule called ribonucleic acid.
  Scientists speculate that the deformed protein acts as a template to reshape healthy proteins.
  We were able to identify a possible template for the inserted nucleotides in nearby sequences.
2A timber or plate used to distribute the weight in a wall or under a support.
承梁短板；垫木，垫板
Example sentencesExamples
- The templates hold the anchor bolts.

Origin

Late 17th century (as templet): probably from temple³ + -et¹. The change in the ending in the 19th century was due to association with plate.

Definition of template in US English:

template

nounˈtɛmplətˈtemplət

1A shaped piece of metal, wood, card, plastic, or other material used as a pattern for processes such as painting, cutting out, shaping, or drilling.
样板，模板，型板
Example sentencesExamples
- Using your pattern as a template, cut the design with a sharp crafts knife.
- A cardboard template the size and shape of the finished pocket comes in handy.
- Templates, patterns, and drawings guarantee consistency and could be used for generations.
- Cut out the shapes and use them as a template.
- Our plans come complete with full-size templates and step-by-step instructions.
- Full-sized paper templates were used at the metal plant for cutting the sheet steel.
- He designs templates and traces multiple shapes on large pieces of colored paper.
- Punch out the patterns following the template.
- The various shapes were moulded using templates.
- Students were provided with a template to trace the shape on white construction paper.
- They rarely use templates or fixed patterns.
- The original full-sized drawing was used as a template to make pattern pieces.
- A template is a ready-made shape that engineers and designers draw around to make perfect curves.
- Lay out your paper pattern or template over the flooring material.
- A template or pattern is essential for accurately cutting your vinyl floor.
- When many pieces need to be cut the same, use one accurately cut or drilled piece as a template.
- The plans for this project come with full-size pattern templates.
- All our plans have traceable templates.
- She used an adhesive template as a tool, cutting the shapes she wanted.
- Make a cardboard template of this piece.
Synonyms
cast, die, form, matrix, shape, container
1. 1.1 Something that serves as a model for others to copy.
  〈喻〉榜样；典范
  the plant was to serve as the template for change throughout the company
  这个工厂将作为全公司变革的样板。
  Example sentencesExamples
  His approach now looks like a pale copy of an industry template.
  Engineers used their modern petrol engine as the template for the new diesel.
  His influence on mainstream rap-rock is undisputed, serving as the template for other vocalists.
  If the Indonesian effort is successful, it could serve as a template to save forests across Southeast Asia.
  The state's new standards are expected to serve as a template for the rest of the country.
  This piece might be a conceptual template for the drawings.
  The proposed model could serve as a template for such studies.
  The project should become a template for dealing with local businesses.
  These examples could serve as templates until the new teacher develops his or her own style.
  This contract has served as a template for the region.
  These sketches would later serve as their templates.
  This should be used as a guiding procedure and not a rigid template.
  The manuals serve as templates for the development of food industry guidelines.
  The first few minutes served as a template for the rest of the work.
  This cliché-riddled film could serve as a template for the perfect feel-good movie.
  Ancient patterns or templates are being broken down under the pressure of global, social and economic forces.
  These are tactics that serve admirably as a template for terrorizing entire nations.
  The airplane served as a template for many future models.
  It is not possible to provide a template for this process.
  This imported furniture was subsequently used as templates for locally made pieces.
  Synonyms
  model, pattern, blueprint, archetype, prototype, sample, example, exemplar
2. 1.2Computing A preset format for a document or file, used so that the format does not have to be recreated each time it is used.
  a memo template
  Example sentencesExamples
  Hire a professional designer to create your website or purchase a website template.
  Any employee can upload documents or templates that might be useful for anyone else in the organization.
  You can alter the look of your email template by changing the graphics and/or fields.
  If you're just starting a site, a template can automate the process.
  We went looking for templates in the File menu.
3. 1.3Biochemistry A nucleic acid molecule that acts as a pattern for the sequence of assembly of a protein, nucleic acid, or other large molecule.
  〔生化〕模板
  Example sentencesExamples
  We were able to identify a possible template for the inserted nucleotides in nearby sequences.
  Messenger RNA molecules are templates for the proteins that carry the main metabolic functions in a cell.
  Both strands can act as templates to produce a molecule called ribonucleic acid.
  During protein synthesis templates are translated into a sequence of amino acids.
  Scientists speculate that the deformed protein acts as a template to reshape healthy proteins.
2A timber or plate used to distribute the weight in a wall or under a support.
承梁短板；垫木，垫板
Example sentencesExamples
- The templates hold the anchor bolts.

Origin

Late 17th century (as templet): probably from temple + -et. The change in the ending in the 19th century was due to association with plate.

词汇	template
释义	Definition of template in English: template noun ˈtɛmpleɪtˈtɛmplətˈtɛmplət 1A shaped piece of rigid material used as a pattern for processes such as cutting out, shaping, or drilling. 样板，模板，型板 Example sentencesExamples Templates, patterns, and drawings guarantee consistency and could be used for generations. Make a cardboard template of this piece. A template or pattern is essential for accurately cutting your vinyl floor. A template is a ready-made shape that engineers and designers draw around to make perfect curves. Punch out the patterns following the template. Using your pattern as a template, cut the design with a sharp crafts knife. Our plans come complete with full-size templates and step-by-step instructions. Cut out the shapes and use them as a template. All our plans have traceable templates. When many pieces need to be cut the same, use one accurately cut or drilled piece as a template. The various shapes were moulded using templates. Full-sized paper templates were used at the metal plant for cutting the sheet steel. They rarely use templates or fixed patterns. The original full-sized drawing was used as a template to make pattern pieces. Students were provided with a template to trace the shape on white construction paper. The plans for this project come with full-size pattern templates. A cardboard template the size and shape of the finished pocket comes in handy. She used an adhesive template as a tool, cutting the shapes she wanted. He designs templates and traces multiple shapes on large pieces of colored paper. Lay out your paper pattern or template over the flooring material. Synonyms cast, die, form, matrix, shape, container 1.1 Something that serves as a model for others to copy. 〈喻〉榜样；典范 the plant was to serve as the template for change throughout the company 这个工厂将作为全公司变革的样板。 Example sentencesExamples His influence on mainstream rap-rock is undisputed, serving as the template for other vocalists. Ancient patterns or templates are being broken down under the pressure of global, social and economic forces. These sketches would later serve as their templates. The state's new standards are expected to serve as a template for the rest of the country. Engineers used their modern petrol engine as the template for the new diesel. The proposed model could serve as a template for such studies. His approach now looks like a pale copy of an industry template. The project should become a template for dealing with local businesses. These are tactics that serve admirably as a template for terrorizing entire nations. This imported furniture was subsequently used as templates for locally made pieces. This cliché-riddled film could serve as a template for the perfect feel-good movie. The first few minutes served as a template for the rest of the work. The manuals serve as templates for the development of food industry guidelines. This should be used as a guiding procedure and not a rigid template. If the Indonesian effort is successful, it could serve as a template to save forests across Southeast Asia. These examples could serve as templates until the new teacher develops his or her own style. This piece might be a conceptual template for the drawings. It is not possible to provide a template for this process. The airplane served as a template for many future models. This contract has served as a template for the region. Synonyms model, pattern, blueprint, archetype, prototype, sample, example, exemplar 1.2Computing A preset format for a document or file. 〔计算机〕（文档或文件的）模板，母板 Example sentencesExamples We went looking for templates in the File menu. Hire a professional designer to create your website or purchase a website template. You can alter the look of your email template by changing the graphics and/or fields. If you're just starting a site, a template can automate the process. Any employee can upload documents or templates that might be useful for anyone else in the organization. 1.3Biochemistry A nucleic acid molecule that acts as a pattern for the sequence of assembly of a protein, nucleic acid, or other large molecule. 〔生化〕模板 as modifier secondary structure in the template strand is eliminated Example sentencesExamples During protein synthesis templates are translated into a sequence of amino acids. Messenger RNA molecules are templates for the proteins that carry the main metabolic functions in a cell. Both strands can act as templates to produce a molecule called ribonucleic acid. Scientists speculate that the deformed protein acts as a template to reshape healthy proteins. We were able to identify a possible template for the inserted nucleotides in nearby sequences. 2A timber or plate used to distribute the weight in a wall or under a support. 承梁短板；垫木，垫板 Example sentencesExamples The templates hold the anchor bolts. Origin Late 17th century (as templet): probably from temple³ + -et¹. The change in the ending in the 19th century was due to association with plate. Definition of template in US English: template nounˈtɛmplətˈtemplət 1A shaped piece of metal, wood, card, plastic, or other material used as a pattern for processes such as painting, cutting out, shaping, or drilling. 样板，模板，型板 Example sentencesExamples Using your pattern as a template, cut the design with a sharp crafts knife. A cardboard template the size and shape of the finished pocket comes in handy. Templates, patterns, and drawings guarantee consistency and could be used for generations. Cut out the shapes and use them as a template. Our plans come complete with full-size templates and step-by-step instructions. Full-sized paper templates were used at the metal plant for cutting the sheet steel. He designs templates and traces multiple shapes on large pieces of colored paper. Punch out the patterns following the template. The various shapes were moulded using templates. Students were provided with a template to trace the shape on white construction paper. They rarely use templates or fixed patterns. The original full-sized drawing was used as a template to make pattern pieces. A template is a ready-made shape that engineers and designers draw around to make perfect curves. Lay out your paper pattern or template over the flooring material. A template or pattern is essential for accurately cutting your vinyl floor. When many pieces need to be cut the same, use one accurately cut or drilled piece as a template. The plans for this project come with full-size pattern templates. All our plans have traceable templates. She used an adhesive template as a tool, cutting the shapes she wanted. Make a cardboard template of this piece. Synonyms cast, die, form, matrix, shape, container 1.1 Something that serves as a model for others to copy. 〈喻〉榜样；典范 the plant was to serve as the template for change throughout the company 这个工厂将作为全公司变革的样板。 Example sentencesExamples His approach now looks like a pale copy of an industry template. Engineers used their modern petrol engine as the template for the new diesel. His influence on mainstream rap-rock is undisputed, serving as the template for other vocalists. If the Indonesian effort is successful, it could serve as a template to save forests across Southeast Asia. The state's new standards are expected to serve as a template for the rest of the country. This piece might be a conceptual template for the drawings. The proposed model could serve as a template for such studies. The project should become a template for dealing with local businesses. These examples could serve as templates until the new teacher develops his or her own style. This contract has served as a template for the region. These sketches would later serve as their templates. This should be used as a guiding procedure and not a rigid template. The manuals serve as templates for the development of food industry guidelines. The first few minutes served as a template for the rest of the work. This cliché-riddled film could serve as a template for the perfect feel-good movie. Ancient patterns or templates are being broken down under the pressure of global, social and economic forces. These are tactics that serve admirably as a template for terrorizing entire nations. The airplane served as a template for many future models. It is not possible to provide a template for this process. This imported furniture was subsequently used as templates for locally made pieces. Synonyms model, pattern, blueprint, archetype, prototype, sample, example, exemplar 1.2Computing A preset format for a document or file, used so that the format does not have to be recreated each time it is used. a memo template Example sentencesExamples Hire a professional designer to create your website or purchase a website template. Any employee can upload documents or templates that might be useful for anyone else in the organization. You can alter the look of your email template by changing the graphics and/or fields. If you're just starting a site, a template can automate the process. We went looking for templates in the File menu. 1.3Biochemistry A nucleic acid molecule that acts as a pattern for the sequence of assembly of a protein, nucleic acid, or other large molecule. 〔生化〕模板 Example sentencesExamples We were able to identify a possible template for the inserted nucleotides in nearby sequences. Messenger RNA molecules are templates for the proteins that carry the main metabolic functions in a cell. Both strands can act as templates to produce a molecule called ribonucleic acid. During protein synthesis templates are translated into a sequence of amino acids. Scientists speculate that the deformed protein acts as a template to reshape healthy proteins. 2A timber or plate used to distribute the weight in a wall or under a support. 承梁短板；垫木，垫板 Example sentencesExamples The templates hold the anchor bolts. Origin Late 17th century (as templet): probably from temple + -et. The change in the ending in the 19th century was due to association with plate.
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