template
noun [ C ]
uk/ˈtempleɪt/ usa method or system that can be copied and used by others:
serve/act as a template (for sth) The deal will act as a template for future negotiations.
provide/create/become a template (for sth) Transport for London believes the new charging system will become a template for congested cities across Britain.
IT
a particular model for arranging information or images in a document, etc. that you can copy and use for your own purposes:
You can use these templates as a basis for your web presence.
a basic/standard template
PRODUCTION
a design or pattern made of metal, plastic, or paper that is used for making copies of a shape or to help cut material accurately