Definition of "template" in İngilizce

noun

1. A physical object whose shape is used as a guide to make other objects.

2. A generic model or pattern from which other objects are based or derived.

3. (computing) A file or document serving as a basis for others.

4. (molecular biology) A macromolecule which provides a pattern for the synthesis of another molecule.

5. (object-oriented programming) A partially defined class or function, that can be instantiated in a variety of ways depending on the instantiation arguments.

6. 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.

7. (weaving) Synonym of temple.

verb

1. To set up or mark off using a template.

2. To provide a template or pattern for.

3. (molecular biology, transitive) To synthesize by means of a template.