lightpatch

noun
UK /ˈlaɪt.pætʃ/
US /ˈlaɪt.pætʃ/

A lightpatch is a bright spot where sunlight shines through.

The cat slept in a warm lightpatch on the floor.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A small area of lighter color on a surface.

The puppy had a lightpatch of fur on its ear.

3. A piece of material used to cover or mark something with light.

She sewed a lightpatch onto the tent to find it at night.

4. A brief moment of brightness in the sky.

A lightpatch appeared between the storm clouds.