Template for copying patterns (7)

I believe the answer is:

stencil

(Other definitions for stencil that I've seen before include "Cut-out for applying ink" , "Cut-out master pattern" , "Template for pattern" , "Text template" , "Design device" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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