Patcher: meaning, definitions and examples

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patcher

 

[ ˈpætʃər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

technology

A software tool or program used to update, fix, or improve computer programs or systems.

Synonyms

fixer, improver, updater

Examples of usage

  • The patcher automatically updates the software to the latest version.
  • I used a patcher to fix a bug in the system.
Context #2 | Noun

gaming

A person who modifies or alters video games to add new features or content.

Synonyms

customizer, gamer, modifier

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.