Meanings
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1
adj
Good in some parts but not in others; uneven in quality
His knowledge of history is rather patchy.
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2
adj
Happening or appearing in separate areas rather than everywhere; not continuous
The forecast warns of patchy fog in the morning.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
2
adj
· happening or appearing in...
spasmodic
Word family
Forms
patchierpatchiest
Etymology
From patch + -y.