March 17, 2016 Word of the Day
Patching up the patient
Definition of PATCH UP
1 patch (something) up or patch up (something) : to deal with (a problem, disagreement, etc.) in order to improve or repair a relationship
They finally patched up [=settled] their differences.
He is going to try to patch things up with his girlfriend.
2 patch (something or someone) up or patch up (something or someone) : to give quick and usually temporary medical treatment to (someone or something)
The doctor patched him up, so he's going to be as good as new.
She patched up his wounded arm.
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