C1noun 1K

Patch

🇬🇧 UK /["/pætʃ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/pætʃ/"]/

Meaning of Patch

a small area of something, especially one which is different from the area around it

In simple words: A piece of material used to cover or repair something.

Patch in a sentence

• She sewed a colorful patch on the hole in his jeans.
• The software company released a patch to fix the security vulnerability.
• The gardener planted a patch of vegetables in the backyard.
• After the storm, a patch of clear sky appeared in the distance.
• He applied a patch to his jacket to cover the torn fabric.
• The doctor placed a nicotine patch on the patient's arm to help quit smoking.
• Farmers observed a patch of soil with poor drainage affecting crop growth.
• The developers issued a patch that improved the app’s performance.

How to use Patch

Used in various contexts, such as sewing, software updates, or fixing problems. Avoid using in formal writing unless referring to specific technical contexts.

Grammar pattern

patch + object

Memory hint

Imagine a patch on a torn shirt holding it together.

Related words

Collocations with Patch

• irregular
• clear
• coloured/​colored
• in patches
• patch of
• patch on
• a patch of colour/​color
• have
• sew on/​onto
• patch on
• sport
• wear
• sew on
• patch on
• isolated
• grassy
• bare
• patch of
• bad
• difficult
• rocky
• go through
• have
• hit
• patch of
• security
• apply
• deploy
• download

Synonyms for Patch

• piece
• repair
• fix
• mend
• cover

Opposites of Patch

• whole
• unbroken

Common mistakes with Patch

• Confused with 'match' in spelling.
• Using 'patches' incorrectly as a uncountable noun.
• Mistakenly thinking 'patch' only refers to clothing.

Frequently asked questions about Patch

What does Patch mean?

A piece of material used to cover or repair something.

What is the definition of Patch?

a small area of something, especially one which is different from the area around it

How do you use Patch in a sentence?

She sewed a colorful patch on the hole in his jeans.

Can you give another example of Patch?

The software company released a patch to fix the security vulnerability.

What are synonyms for Patch?

Common alternatives include piece, repair, fix, mend, cover.

What is the opposite of Patch?

Opposite meanings include whole, unbroken.

What words go with Patch?

It commonly pairs with irregular, clear, coloured/​colored, in patches, patch of, patch on, a patch of colour/​color, have, sew on/​onto, patch on, sport, wear, sew on, patch on, isolated, grassy, bare, patch of, bad, difficult, rocky, go through, have, hit, patch of, security, apply, deploy, download.

What are common mistakes when using Patch?

Confused with 'match' in spelling. Using 'patches' incorrectly as a uncountable noun. Mistakenly thinking 'patch' only refers to clothing.

How do you pronounce Patch?

US: /["/pætʃ/"]/, UK: /["/pætʃ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Patch?

Used in various contexts, such as sewing, software updates, or fixing problems. Avoid using in formal writing unless referring to specific technical contexts.

What CEFR level is Patch?

"Patch" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.