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architectural pattern
n. (context software English) A standard design used in software architecture with a broader scope than design patterns.
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Architectural pattern
An architectural pattern is a general, reusable solution to a commonly occurring problem in software architecture within a given context. Architectural patterns are similar to software design pattern but have a broader scope. The architectural patterns address various issues in software engineering, such as computer hardware performance limitations, high availability and minimization of a business risk. Some architectural patterns have been implemented within software frameworks.
Usage examples of "architectural pattern".
In the distance, he could make out the inevitable high-rise apartments, stamped out of the same architectural pattern.