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Definition patchy in British English

patchy adjective

adjective
/ˈpætʃi/
1

happening or existing in some places but not in other places

Example

If your lawn has extensive areas of patchy growth, try watering it.

Example

Demand for the product has been patchy.

Example

Low clouds and patchy rain are forecast for tomorrow.

Synonyms and related words
scattered patchy localized
2

not detailed enough or complete enough to be useful

Example

patchy evidence

Example

His memory of yesterday's events remains patchy.

Example

I have only a patchy knowledge of Spanish history.

Synonyms and related words
light-touch incomplete unfinished 101 blow-by-blow broad
3

if someone's performance or work is patchy, it is good sometimes but not always

Example

TV coverage of the Games has been patchy.

Synonyms and related words
mixed patchy two-edged
Definition patchy in British English