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The command dir --hide=${pattern} is used to list the contents of a directory while hiding certain files or directories that match the specified pattern.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

• dir: This is the command used in many operating systems, including Windows and Unix-based systems, to list the contents of a directory.

• --hide=${pattern}: This is an option that modifies the behavior of the dir command. The ${pattern} represents a pattern or wildcard that is used to match files or directories. The --hide option hides the files or directories that match the specified pattern, preventing them from being displayed in the directory listing.

For example, if you have a directory that contains files like "file1.txt", "file2.txt", "temp1.txt", and "temp2.txt", and you run the command dir --hide=temp*, it will list only "file1.txt" and "file2.txt", while hiding the files "temp1.txt" and "temp2.txt" that match the temp* pattern.

The specific syntax and behavior of the dir command may vary slightly depending on the operating system and shell you are using. Therefore, it's essential to refer to the documentation or manual of your specific system to get accurate information about the command options and their usage.