Concept / Geometric pattern

Geometric pattern

An ornamental pattern that repeats lines, angles, circles, or related forms

An ornamental pattern that repeats lines, angles, circles, or related forms.

A phrase to start with

Adds a repeating geometric pattern.

Appearance and effects

Lines and angular forms repeat across the surface.

Visual traits

  • lines
  • angles
  • repetition

Expected changes

  • Arrangements of geometric forms are more likely to appear

Five examples

1 — Medium-sized dog
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2 — Cat
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3 — Teenage boy
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4 — Unoccupied interior
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5 — Valley with a river and mountain ranges
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Meaning and scope

Definition

Geometric pattern is ornamental design that repeats or combines forms such as lines, angles, circles, or polygons. It does not determine a region, mathematical precision, material, or architectural style.

In more detail

It composes a surface through regular or varied arrangements of forms. It is distinct from a diagram, text, and a cultural design of a particular place.

Includes

  • Pattern made from repeated or combined geometric forms

Excludes

  • A particular region, mathematical precision, material, or architectural style

What this does not imply

  • A particular region, mathematical precision, material, or architectural style

Variability

Regularity and density can be adjusted separately.

Usage and adjustments

Usage

  • Use it as an ornamental pattern

Distinguish similar expressions

  • Specify regional context separately

Typical uses

  • Add repeated geometric forms to a surface

Possible failure modes

  • It becomes a diagram or text

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