patcher
One who repairs
A patcher is someone or something that patches—repairs holes, fixes flaws, or applies updates.
The word appears most often in computing, where a patcher is software that applies fixes or modifications to programs: Run the patcher before launching the game.
In older usage, a patcher mended clothes or other materials.
Repair to flawed software
- hotfixEmergency software repair
- updateNew version or information
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
- versionA distinct form
release · deploy · rollback · security · compatibility · installer · download · upgrade
Restoring damaged items
- darningRepairing fabric by weaving
- stitchingJoining with needle, thread
- sewingCraft with needle and thread
- needlePointed implement for sewing
thread · fabric · repair · seamstress · tailor · quilt · applique · embroidery
Restore to working order
- fixRepair or solution
- handymanVersatile home repairer
- technicianSkilled practical worker
- mechanicVehicle maintenance professional
plumber · electrician · carpenter · cobbler · restorer · troubleshooter · maintenance · craftsman
bugfix
Repair to flawed software
- hotfixEmergency software repair
- updateNew version or information
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
version · release · deploy · rollback · security · compatibility · installer · download · upgrade · service pack
mending
Restoring damaged items
- darningRepairing fabric by weaving
- stitchingJoining with needle, thread
- sewingCraft with needle and thread
needle · thread · fabric · repair · seamstress · tailor · quilt · applique · embroidery · weaving
repair
Restore to working order
- fixRepair or solution
- handymanVersatile home repairer
- technicianSkilled practical worker
mechanic · plumber · electrician · carpenter · cobbler · restorer · troubleshooter · maintenance · craftsman · serviceman
- job slangcop, doc, medic, cabbie, barista
- editing toolsred pen, spell check, grammar check, editor, dictionary
- piracysoftware piracy, pirates, torrents, book piracy, buccaneers
- rough patchesDifficult periods experienced
- eye patchFabric over one socket
- patch upRepair roughly or reconcile
- patched upTemporarily fixed or reconciled
- rough patchDifficult period experienced
- patching upTemporary restoration work
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