to repair something, especially in a temporary way by adding a new piece of material or a patch
Example:
- Just to patch the boat up will cost £10 000.
to treat somebody’s injuries, especially quickly or for the present time only
Example:
- The doctor will soon patch you up.
to try to stop arguing with somebody and be friends again
Example:
- They've managed to patch up their differences.
- Have you tried patching things up with her?
to agree on something, especially after long discussions and even though the agreement is not exactly what everyone wants
Example:
- They managed to patch up a deal.