Answer: patching

AnswerCrossword Clue
patchingthe act of patching
patchingBecome connected in this way
patchingMend or strengthen (fabric or an item of clothing) by putting a piece of material over a hole or weak point in it
patchingCorrect, enhance, or modify (a routine or program) by inserting a patch
patchingRestore peaceful or friendly relations after a quarrel or dispute
patchingTreat someone's injuries or repair the damage to something, esp. hastily
patchingPlace a patch over (a good eye) in order to encourage a lazy eye to work
patchingConstruct something hastily from unsuitable components
patchingConnect by a temporary electrical, radio, or telephonic connection
patchingCover small areas of (a surface) with something different, causing it to appear variegated