growth pattern
nounUK /ˈɡrəʊθ ˈpætən/
US /ˈɡroʊθ ˈpætərn/
The way something grows over time.
The scientist studied the growth pattern of the young plants.
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2. A repeated shape or design formed as something grows.
The tree's branches showed a beautiful growth pattern.
3. The typical way a company or economy gets bigger over time.
The business showed a steady growth pattern for five years.
4. The usual changes in a person's body size as they get older.
The doctor checked the child's growth pattern on a chart.