A physical object whose shape is used as a guide to make other objects.
A macromolecule which provides a pattern for the synthesis of another molecule.
A generic model or pattern from which other objects are based or derived.
A partially defined class or function, that can be instantiated in a variety of ways depending on the instantiation arguments.
document template (file with a basic outline for a work)
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.
To set up or mark off using a template.
To synthesize by means of a template.
To provide a template or pattern for.
An uncontrolled or unpredictable element.
A character that takes the place of any other character or string that is not known or specified.
An element, often deliberately concealed, which is withheld for contingency.