patchwork
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for patchwork, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Fabric made by sewing together many small pieces of different colours or shapes.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use patchwork
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "patch" plus "work" — literally, work made of patches.
Full origin of patchwork →Frequently asked questions
What does “patchwork” mean?
The word “patchwork” means fabric made by sewing together many small pieces of different colours or shapes. In plain terms, something stitched or pieced together from many different bits, literally in fabric or figuratively in ideas, laws, or plans.
How do you use “patchwork” in a sentence?
Here is “patchwork” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother made a beautiful patchwork quilt.”
What part of speech is “patchwork”?
Depending on how it is used, “patchwork” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “patchwork” have?
“Patchwork” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: fabric made by sewing together many small pieces of different colours or shapes.