patching

/ˈpætʃɪŋ/ · verb

Meaning

To mend by sewing on a piece or pieces of cloth, leather, or the like
To mend with pieces; to repair by fastening pieces on.
To make out of pieces or patches, like a quilt.
To join or unite the pieces of; to patch the skirt.
To employ a temporary, removable electronic connection, as one between two components in a communications system.
(generally with the particle "up") To repair or arrange in a hasty or clumsy manner
The act of one who patches.

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Related words

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Sources

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