repatch

/ˈrɛpætʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to repair or mend something that has been damaged or torn, especially a piece of fabric or a plant.

“The gardener had to reattach the torn leaves and re-patch the damaged stem of the rose bush.”

2. noun

the act of repairing or mending something.

“The re-patch of the damaged fabric was a painstaking task that required patience and skill.”

Synonyms

  • fix
  • mend
  • repair

Antonyms

  • damage
  • destroy