Patcher: meaning, definitions and examples
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patcher
[ ˈpætʃər ]
technology
A software tool or program used to update, fix, or improve computer programs or systems.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The patcher automatically updates the software to the latest version.
- I used a patcher to fix a bug in the system.
gaming
A person who modifies or alters video games to add new features or content.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The patcher added new characters to the game.
- As a patcher, he enjoys creating custom levels for games.
Translations
Translations of the word "patcher" in other languages:
🇵🇹 remendador
🇮🇳 पैचर
🇩🇪 Patcher
🇮🇩 penambal
🇺🇦 латочник
🇵🇱 łatający
🇯🇵 パッチャー
🇫🇷 réparateur
🇪🇸 reparador
🇹🇷 yama yapan
🇰🇷 패처
🇸🇦 مصلح
🇨🇿 opravář
🇸🇰 opravár
🇨🇳 修补者
🇸🇮 popravljalec
🇮🇸 lagfærðarmaður
🇰🇿 жамаушы
🇬🇪 შემკეთებელი
🇦🇿 düzəldən
🇲🇽 reparador
Word origin
The term 'patcher' originated from the word 'patch', which originally referred to a small piece of material used to repair a hole or tear in fabric. In the context of technology, 'patcher' evolved to describe a tool used to fix or update computer programs. In the gaming world, 'patcher' refers to individuals who modify games to enhance the gaming experience.
See also: patch, patched, patches, patching, patchwork, patchy.