Meaning Patch
What does Patch mean? Here you find 77 meanings of the word Patch. You can also add a definition of Patch yourself

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Update to existing software to add functionality or to correct a defect.
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A large set of seismometers whose output is sent to a common data channel to record a seismic trace.
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Fixes to software programming errors and vulnerabilities
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A small piece of software designed to update or fix problems with a computer program or its supporting data. This includes fixing bugs, replacing graphics and improving the usability or performance. For more information, see the patch documentation.
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A patch is a small update released by a software manufacturer to fix bugs in existing programs.
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mid-15c., from patch (n.1). Electronics sense of "to connect temporarily" is attested from 1923. Related: Patched; patching.
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"fool, clown," 1540s, perhaps from Italian pazzo "fool," of unknown origin. Possibly from Old High German barzjan "to rave" [Klein]. But Buck says pazzo is originally eup [..]
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"piece of cloth used to mend another material," late 14c., of obscure origin, perhaps a variant of pece, pieche, from Old North French pieche (see piece (n.)), or from an unrecorded Old Engl [..]
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spot: a small contrasting part of something; "a bald spot"; "a leopard's spots"; "a patch of clouds"; &amp [..]
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(IEEE) A change made directly to an object program without reassembling or recompiling from the source program.
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Planned Approach to Community Health
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a small piece of cloth used to cover a hole in clothes. The same word also means a small piece of ground
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To connect circuits together temporarily. Note: In communications, patches may be made by means of a cord, i.e., a cable, known as a "patch cord." In automated systems, patches may be made electronically. 2. In a computer program, one or more statements inserted to circumvent a problem or to alter temporarily or permanently a usually limi [..]
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1. n. A temporary addition to a piece of code, usually as a quick-and-dirty remedy to an existing bug or misfeature. A patch may or may not work, and may or may not eventually be incorporated permanen [..]
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Jensens Internet Dictionary A set of tone-generating parameters that determine the instrument imitation (flute, violin, etc.) of a synthesizer.
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 a mean fellow.
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A patch is an update to computer software or a web browser that may fix bugs, add new features or close security holes. Most software vendors release browser or operating system security patches regularly, so periodic maintenance is required to ensure sound system security.
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An area of an ecosystem differing from its surroundings, often the smallest ecologically distinct feature in a landscape mapping and classification system. © 2010 by Nature Education Knowledge [..]
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(n.) Also called a service patch, a fix to a program bug. A patch is an actual piece of object code that is inserted into (patched into) an executable program. Patches typically are available as downl [..]
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1. A piece of cloth used with a rod to clean the bore of a firearm.2. A piece of paper wrapped around lead bullets to prevent leading of the barrel and to improve the gas seal.3. In muzzleloading firearms, the piece of cloth surrounding the bullet or ball to improve the gas seal.
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To dream that you have patches upon your clothing, denotes that you will show no false pride in the discharge of obligations. To see others wearing patches, denotes want and misery are near. If a young woman discovers a patch on her new dress, it indicates that she will find trouble facing her when she imagines her happiest moments are approaching [..]
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1. A software fix for a bug in a program, often called a zap. It is usually a section of code that an installed program places in the patch area of generated code so that you do not have to install an entire program or library. See kluge. 2. A particular type of cable for networking that is a through cable; pin 1 to pin1, pin2 to pin 2 and so on.
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A software fix for a bug in a program A particular type of cable for networking that is a through cable; pin 1 to pin1, pin2 to pin 2 and so on.
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A patch is a quick fix for a part of software that contains a bug or a weakness. Patches can often be downloaded from the manufacturer's Web site.
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To make an electrical/digital connection for recording and/or broadcast. Also referred to as a phone patch or land patch.
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Repair compound used to fill natural voids or to replace chips and broken corners or edges in fabricated pieces of dimension stone. Mixed or selected to match the stone in color and texture.
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See round.
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See Repairs. Back to Top
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A small piece of software designed to update or fix problems with a computer program, including fixing bugs replacing graphics and improving the usability or performance
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geographic area of special interest.
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 The (usually geographical) area which a reporter covers
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is a software update targeted to fix one or more vulnerabilities. Good software developers are constantly testing their code and issuing new patches to users. See also vulnerability.
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A patch (or a "fix") is a quick repair job for a piece of programming. By definition, the patch is an immediate bug fix that's not necessarily the best overall solution, however offers [..]
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A piece of software designed to fix problems with, or update, a computer program. Patches often involve fixing security issues, software bugs, or performance issues, and are commonly issued on an ongoing basis as users or testers find problems with a computer program.
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A software fix made or distributed in a quick and expedient way — typically, via a separate piece of software that users can download and run to modify an application already installed on their computers.
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(n) a small contrasting part of something(n) a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation(n) a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole(n) a period of indeterminate length [..]
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pannus, resarcio
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A fool; so called from the motley or patched dress worn by licensed fools.
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To express certain political views. The allusion is to the custom, in Queen Anne’s reign, of wearing on the face little black patches. If the patch was on the right cheek, it indicated that t [..]
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A patch, so called a service patch or software pacth, refers to a fix to a program bug. A patch is an actual piece of object code that is inserted into (patched into) an executable program. Patches ty [..]
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a modification to a software program, usually to fix a bug, and usually distributed after the program is already in the hands of users. paywall:
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To stay awake for a very long time in order to get into a different phase. 3. CHANGE PHASE THE EASY WAY: To stay asleep etc.
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A portion of water or land which has distinctive characteristics, eg drying patch (of land, ground, sand, etc), shoal patch (of water), and discoloured patch (of water, rock, etc). In British hydrogra [..]
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A patch refers to a large area of skin (greater than 0.5 cm) that is a different colour to the surrounding skin, and is level with the skin surface (i.e. it can’t be palpated).
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  Similar to a 'Fix', a Patch is a temporary arrangement used to overcome software problems or glitches. A patch will normally be released as a 'quick fix' prior to the next formal release of the software. Patches are usually (but not always) available on-line from the vendor's Web site. Caution. A patch will usually (but n [..]
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Software used to eliminate known problems.
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A software update designed to correct problems with and/or improve performance of a computer program. A software patch is typically made available in order to eliminate vulnerabilities in a program th [..]
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A software update meant to fix problems with a computer program. This can range from fixing bugs, to replacing graphics, to improving the usability or performance of a previous version.
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An update required to correct a fault within the software overlooked at the time it was released. Also called a fix.
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Software code that replaces or updates other code. Frequently patches are used to correct security flaws.
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A new software release created to update a computer software program. Updates may include security, performance, or usability enhancements.
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A sound produced by a synth, preset, factory, or programmed by the user. A supersaw could be a common patch on a synth.
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The injection of autologous Blood into the Epidural Space either as a prophylactic treatment immediately following an epidural Puncture or for treatment of Headache as a result of an epidural Puncture [..]
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A device for administering Nicotine by facilitating its Absorption tbrougb the Skin (Skin Absorption).
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A medicated Adhesive patch placed on the Skin to deliver a specific dose of medication into the bloodstream.
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A patch is a software update comprised code inserted (or patched) into the code of an executable program. Typically, a patch is installed into an existing software program. Patches are often temporary [..]
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Minor software improvement or fix.
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To fix by applying one, as it were. In the realm of hackerdom, a listing of the differences between two versions of a program as might be applied by the patch(1) program when you want to fix a bug or upgrade your old version.
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A small piece of cloth, wrapped around a ball when loading a muzzle-loading firearm, or attached to a rod for cleaning the bore of a firearm after use.
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A circumscribed flat, discolored spot on the skin. Patch’
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A repair of the problems in a piece of programming.
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To fix by applying one, as it were. In the realm of hackerdom, a listing of the differences between two versions of a program as might be applied by the patch
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A patch release supports existing ServiceNow functionality with a collection of problem fixes. It includes all previously issued hotfixes for a given release. See Release Terminology.
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(General software term) Files distributed by the developer after a product is released that will change the software when they are installed. These are usually used to fix bugs and security issues but [..]
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A downloadable update that fixes bugs, improves stability and introduces new features to a program.
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A software release from the developer after the game is released, often to fix bugs.
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A software update meant to fix problems with a computer program. This can range from fixing bugs, to replacing graphics, to improving the usability or performance of a previous version.
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A new software release created to update a computer software program. Updates may include security, performance, or usability enhancements.
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An update to computer software or a web browser. Can fix bugs, add new features or close computer security holes. Software vendors regularly release browser or operating system security patches. To ensure your system’s security, undertake periodic system maintenance.
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A term used to describe a GU card containing a piece of authentic jersey. Often a patch will contain 3 or more colors in it. The more colors, the more valuable.
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a) A small piece of leather or cloth that is greased and placed around a bullet before ramming it down the barrel of a muzzle-loader so as to hold it firmly in place and prevent it rolling out. b) A p [..]
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1) To route or reroute the signal in an audio system (such as a console) by using short cables with plugs inserted into jacks. 2)The routing or rerouting of the signal accomplished by #1.
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A temporary circuit connection.
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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 e [..]
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