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patch
In information technology, a small correction file for software that fixes errors, closes security gaps, or adds minor improvements.
Der neue Patch für das Computerspiel behebt einige kritische Fehler.
The new patch for the computer game fixes several critical errors.
patch
A small adhesive patch that is stuck onto the skin to deliver an active substance to the body over a longer period of time.
Um mit dem Rauchen aufzuhören, benutzt er ein Nikotin-Patch.
To quit smoking, he uses a nicotine patch.
patch
A fabric patch or appliqué that is sewn onto clothing or other textiles for repair or as a fashion element.
Sie hat einen bunten Patch auf ihre zerrissene Jeans genäht.
She sewed a colorful patch onto her ripped jeans.
'Patch' is a word from English that is used in different specialist areas with different meanings. Context is crucial for understanding what is meant.
Ich muss heute Abend noch einen wichtigen Patch installieren.
I still have to install an important patch tonight.
In the field of information technology (IT), you can recognize this meaning from words like 'Software' (software), 'Sicherheit' (security), 'Update' (update), or 'installieren' (to install). Here, a patch is a small correction for a program.
Der Entwickler hat einen Patch veröffentlicht, um die Sicherheitslücke zu schließen.
The developer released a patch to close the security gap.
In a medical context, a patch is an adhesive plaster that you stick onto the skin. You can recognize the meaning from words like 'Haut' (skin), 'kleben' (to stick), 'Wirkstoff' (active substance), or in compounds like 'Nikotin-Patch' (nicotine patch).
Dieser Schmerz-Patch gibt den Wirkstoff langsam über 12 Stunden ab.
This pain-relief patch releases the active substance slowly over 12 hours.
When it is about clothing or fabrics, a patch is a fabric patch or appliqué. Typical verbs in this context are 'aufnähen' (to sew on) or 'aufbügeln' (to iron on).
Sie hat einen coolen Patch von ihrer Lieblingsband auf die Jacke genäht.
She sewed a cool patch from her favorite band onto the jacket.
update
Both words can refer to a software improvement. A Patch is usually a small, targeted correction file, for example to fix an individual bug or close a security vulnerability. An Update can be more comprehensive and may also include new features or several other improvements.
Der Hersteller veröffentlichte einen kleinen Patch, der nur die gemeldete Sicherheitslücke schließt.
The manufacturer released a small patch that only closes the reported security vulnerability.
Das neue Update verbessert die Sicherheit und fügt dem Programm mehrere Funktionen hinzu.
The new update improves security and adds several features to the program.
