patches
word · lemma: patch
Definition
Small pieces of material or areas that cover, fix, or decorate something. Also used for areas of something that are different from the rest, like colored patches on skin or land.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to small, separate pieces used for repair (clothes), decoration, or in computing (software updates: 'security patches'). Also used for uneven spots (grass, skin, etc). Often plural ('eye patches', 'cloud patches'). Not to confuse with 'batch' (group).
Example Sentences
My jeans have two patches on the knees.
basic
There are brown patches on the grass after the hot summer.
basic
Doctors use skin patches to deliver some medicines.
basic
She always buys those cute elbow patches for her sweaters.
natural
My computer needs three software patches before it works properly.
natural
He’s been wearing patches over his eyes since the surgery.
natural