patch
noun
a small piece of material used to mend a tear or break, to cover a hole, or to strengthen a weak place.
patching
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present participleof patch.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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That’s where the group’s volunteers work in concert with Southern California Gas crews patching the scores of potholes created by extreme nature, not by radial tires.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
A woman who runs a local dry cleaner said most of her business became patching up uniforms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
The BBC asked the county council what type of patching was used for the repair and how long it felt it should last.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
"We need as many hands on our body, patching all the wounds," she said.
From Barron's ● Jan. 30, 2026
When Edna knocked at Mademoiselle Reisz’s front room door and entered, she discovered that person standing beside the window, engaged in mending or patching an old prunella gaiter.
From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
