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"Irrégulier" and "irrégulière" are French adjectives that describe something that lacks regularity or consistency. They are the masculine and feminine forms of the same word, respectively, and are used to characterize objects, patterns, behaviors, or conditions that do not follow a fixed or predictable order.

The term "irrégulier" is often applied in various contexts such as art, nature, or everyday life to indicate irregularity in shape, rhythm, or behavior. For example, an irregular pattern in textiles or an uneven gait in humans may be described as "irrégulier." It can also refer to phenomena displaying unpredictability or inconsistency, such as irregular heartbeat ("rythme irrégulier") or irregular financial markets.

In grammatical terms, "irrégulier" is used to describe exceptions to standard rules, especially in conjugation or spelling of verbs and words. An irregular verb (verbe irrégulier) deviates from standard conjugation patterns, making pronunciation and usage less predictable.

The word "irrégulière" functions identically but is used with feminine nouns. For instance, a feminine noun like "forme" (shape) becomes "forme irrégulière," meaning an irregular shape.

Overall, "irrégulier/irrégulière" signifies non-uniformity or deviation from a norm across various domains. Its usage encompasses both physical characteristics and abstract concepts such as patterns or behaviors, highlighting the inherent variability found in natural and human-made systems.