projectedpattern
nounUK /prəˈdʒɛktɪd ˈpætən/
US /prəˈdʒɛktɪd ˈpætərn/
A picture made of light that is shone onto a wall or screen.
The lamp cast a projected pattern of stars across the ceiling.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A design of shapes or lines that is planned to appear on a surface.
The artist sketched a projected pattern for the mural.
3. A repeated arrangement of data or events that people expect to happen.
The scientist studied the projected pattern of rainfall over the year.
4. A shape made by light passing through a stencil or slide.
The projected pattern on the stage changed colors during the show.