patternage
English
Etymology
From pattern + -age. Piecewise doublet of patronage.
Pronunciation
- (General American) IPA(key): /ˈpæ.təɹ.nɨd͡ʒ/
Noun
patternage (usually uncountable, plural patternages)
- (uncommon) The arrangement of a certain visual pattern, such as the coloration of an animal.