Definition of Patch

Noun: patch pach

A small contrasting part of something
"a patch of clouds"; "patches of thin ice";
- spot, speckle, dapple, fleck, maculation
A small area of ground covered by specific vegetation
"a cabbage patch"; "a briar patch";
- plot, plot of land, plot of ground, paddock [Austral, NZ]
A piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole
A period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition
"a patch of bad weather";
- while, piece, spell
A short set of commands to correct a bug in a computer program
A connection intended to be used for a limited time
- temporary hookup
Sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment)
- mend, darn
A protective cloth covering for an injured eye
- eyepatch
A piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body
- bandage

Verb: patch pach

To join or unite the pieces of
"patch the skirt";
- piece
Provide with a patch; also used metaphorically
"The field was patched with snow"
Mend by putting a patch on
"patch a hole";
- patch up
Repair by adding pieces
"She patched the china cup";
- piece