patternblock
nounUK /ˈpætən blɒk/
US /ˈpætərn blɑːk/
A pattern block is a flat shape you use to make pictures and designs.
Mia used pattern blocks to build a yellow hexagon flower.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A small colored piece used in math class to learn about shapes and fractions.
The teacher gave each student a box of pattern blocks for the fractions lesson.
3. A repeated design element used to decorate fabric or paper.
The wallpaper had a pattern block of tiny blue stars.
4. A basic unit in a repeating sequence or layout.
Each pattern block in the quilt repeats every four squares.