Patch Definition
patch
noun
- a small contrasting part of something; "a bald spot"; "a leopard's spots"; "a patch of clouds"; "patches of thin ice"; "a fleck of red"
- a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation; "a bean plot"; "a cabbage patch"; "a briar patch"
- 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; "he was here for a little while"; "I need to rest for a piece"; "a spell of good weather"; "a patch of bad weather"
- a short set of commands to correct a bug in a computer program
- a connection intended to be used for a limited time
- sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment); "her stockings had several mends"
- a protective cloth covering for an injured eye
- a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body
verb
- to join or unite the pieces of; "patch the skirt"
- provide with a patch; also used metaphorically; "The field was patched with snow"
- mend by putting a patch on; "patch a hole"
- repair by adding pieces; "She pieced the china cup"
"Patch" in song lyrics
See how patch is used in real songs:
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"I figured we was cool, she said she was on the patch"
88 Keys f/ Phonte — Close Call -
"You know what I'm sayin' like...when you told me you was on the patch"
88 Keys f/ Phonte — Close Call -
"Know I keep that .45, turn you into Cabbage Patch"
Ace Hood — Get Em Up
Words that rhyme with patch
Usage tips for "patch"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "patch" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for patch to find words that pair well.