examiningandpatching
nounUK /ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ ənd ˈpætʃɪŋ/
US /ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ ənd ˈpætʃɪŋ/
Looking closely at something to find problems and then fixing them.
The mechanic spent the morning examining and patching the old car's tires.
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2. In computing, checking software code for errors and applying small updates to fix them.
The team spent the sprint examining and patching the application after the security report.
3. In medicine, checking a patient's condition and applying treatment to wounds or injuries.
The nurse was examining and patching the cuts on the hiker's arm.
4. In clothing care, looking over garments for damage and sewing small pieces over holes.
She was examining and patching her son's jeans before the school trip.