Pronunciation: /pætʃ/
noun a small area of something, especially one that is different from the surrounding area
A1 I need to sew a patch onto my jeans.
A2 She put a patch on her backpack to cover a hole.
B1 The software developer released a patch to fix the bug.
B2 The farmer planted a patch of sunflowers in the field.
C1 The doctor applied a patch to the patient's arm to deliver medication.
C2 The patch of land was perfect for growing vegetables.
verb to temporarily fix or make do with something
A1 I need to patch up my jeans before I can wear them again.
A2 She patched the hole in the wall with some plaster.
B1 The software developer had to patch the bug in the code before releasing the update.
B2 The mechanic patched the tire quickly so the car could continue on its journey.
C1 The IT team worked tirelessly to patch the security vulnerability in the system.
C2 The tailor expertly patched the torn seam on the dress, making it look good as new.
formal The software developer released a new patch to fix the bugs in the system.
informal I need to sew a patch on my jeans before I wear them again.
slang Let's hit up the patch behind the school to hang out.
figurative Time heals all wounds; sometimes all you need is a patch to move on.
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