Word: PATCH
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Definition of PATCH
- A piece of cloth, or other suitable material, sewed or otherwise fixed upon a garment to repair or strengthen it, especially upon an old garment to cover a hole.
"His sleeves had patches on the elbows where different fabric had been sewn on to replace material that had worn away."
- A small piece of anything used to repair damage or a breach; as, a patch on a kettle, a roof, etc.
"I can't afford to replace the roof, which is what it really needs. I'll have the roofer apply a patch."
- A piece of any size, used to repair something for a temporary period only, or that it is temporary because it is not meant to last long or will be removed as soon as a proper repair can be made, which will happen in the near future.
""This patch should hold until you reach the city," the mechanic said as he patted the car's hood."
- To mend by sewing on a piece or pieces of cloth, leather, or the like
"My coat needs patching."
- To mend with pieces; to repair by fastening pieces on.
- To make out of pieces or patches, like a quilt.
- A paltry fellow; a rogue; a ninny; a fool.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "patch" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "patch" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PATCH a valid Scrabble word? โผ
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How many syllables are in PATCH? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PATCH:
- # the patch effect
- # master of patch
- # playing with patch
- # in terms of patch
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