What does patch mean?

Definition

To repair a hole by fixing a small piece of material over it.

Example sentences

• It's the third punctured tire this month, and this one's been patched so often it's more patch than rubber.🔊

  It's the third punctured tire this month, and this one's been patched so often it's more patch than rubber.

• Do you think this inner tube can still be patched, or should I just buy a new one?🔊

  Do you think this inner tube can still be patched, or should I just buy a new one?

• Can this damaged section of the fuselage be patched, or does it need replacing?🔊

  Can this damaged section of the fuselage be patched, or does it need replacing?

Related words

patch in other languages

• In Portuguese
• In French
• In Japanese