templates
|tem-plates|
B2
/ˈtɛm.plɪts/
(template)
pattern guide
Etymology
Etymology Information
'template' originates from French, specifically the word 'templet,' where 'temple' meant 'a frame or structure.'
Historical Evolution
'templet' transformed into the English word 'template' and eventually became the modern English word 'template.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a frame or structure,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a pre-designed layout or guide.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a pre-designed layout or structure used as a guide for creating something, such as a document or a website.
The designer used a template to create the website.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/14 19:06