patch — a small piece of material used to cover a hole or weak spot
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small piece of material used to cover a hole or weak spot
Pronunciation (IPA): /pætʃ/
Example Sentences
- My relationship is going through a rough patch, but we're trying to patch things up
- The pirate's eye patch made him look mysterious
- Grandma grows the best tomatoes in her little patch behind the house
patch
NOUN[/pætʃ/]
a small piece of material used to cover a hole or weak spot
It wasn't perfect — but the patch held everything together anyway.
PAT it down and CHECK it holds — that's how you patch. (PAT + CH(eck) → When you patch something, you PAT it down firmly → Then you CHECK if it holds → PAT + CHECK = PATCH)
Built from scratch — patched up and attached to last.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Middle English 'pacche', originally meaning 'piece' or 'fragment'. Over time, the word evolved to specifically denote a piece of material used for repairs or covering holes.
Breakdown
Middle English 'pacche' (piece, fragment) → Modern English 'patch'. The word's morphological origin remains obscure, though it may relate to Old French 'pache' (piece), with the exact etymon debated among scholars.
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📝Examples
“My relationship is going through a rough patch, but we're trying to patch things up”
“The pirate's eye patch made him look mysterious”
“Grandma grows the best tomatoes in her little patch behind the house”
“The doctor told me to wear this nicotine patch to quit smoking”
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