Definition of Patch up

1. Verb. Mend by putting a patch on. "They patch up the cape "; "Patch a hole"

Exact synonyms: Patch
Generic synonyms: Bushel, Doctor, Fix, Furbish Up, Mend, Repair, Restore, Touch On
Derivative terms: Patch, Patching

2. Verb. Come to terms. "After some discussion we finally made up"
Exact synonyms: Conciliate, Make Up, Reconcile, Settle
Specialized synonyms: Appease, Propitiate, Make Peace
Generic synonyms: Agree, Concord, Concur, Hold
Derivative terms: Conciliation, Conciliation, Conciliative, Conciliatory, Conciliatory, Reconciliation

Definition of Patch up

1. Verb. (idiomatic) to repair by adding a patch. ¹

2. Verb. (idiomatic transitive) to mend quickly ¹

3. Verb. (idiomatic figuratively) to repair, to make better ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Patch Up

patatas bravas
patavinities
patavinity
patball
patch
patch-clamp techniques
patch-up
patch clamp
patch clamping
patch file
patch panel
patch pocket
patch test
patch tests
patch up (current term)
patchable
patchboard
patchboards
patchcoat
patchcord
patched
patched-up
patcher
patchers
patchery
patches
patchier
patchiest
patchily

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