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pinpoint vs patch

patch vs pinpoint

pinpoint and patch both are nouns.

pinpoint and patch both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pinpoint Yes No Yes No
patch Yes No Yes No
As nouns, patch is a hypernym of pinpoint; that is, patch is a word with a broader meaning than pinpoint:
  • pinpoint: a very small spot
  • patch: a small contrasting part of something
Other hypernyms of pinpoint include dapple, fleck, maculation, speckle, spot.
pinpoint (noun) patch (noun)
the sharp point of a pin a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole
a very small spot sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment)
a very brief moment a protective cloth covering for an injured eye
a connection intended to be used for a limited time
a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body
a small contrasting part of something
a short set of commands to correct a bug in a computer program
a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation
a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition
pinpoint (verb) patch (verb)
locate exactly mend by putting a patch on
repair by adding pieces
to join or unite the pieces of
provide with a patch; also used metaphorically
Difference between pinpoint and patch

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