patternage en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈpæ.təɹ.nɨd͡ʒ/ (General-American)
Etymology
From pattern + -age. Piecewise doublet of patronage.
Meanings
- (uncommon, uncountable, usually) The arrangement of a certain visual pattern, such as the coloration of an animal.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| patternages | Number=Plur | lexicographic |