patchy
/ˈpætʃi/
adjective
- Existing or happening in some parts or areas but not others; uneven in quality or coverage.
- Her knowledge of history is patchy—she knows a lot about the 20th century but almost nothing about ancient times.
- The fog was patchy, so some parts of the highway were clear while others were dangerous.
- The internet connection was patchy during the storm, cutting in and out every few minutes.
- Made up of or marked by patches (small, irregular areas of color, texture, or growth).
- The cat had a patchy coat of black and white fur.
- The old lawn was patchy, with brown spots scattered across the green grass.
- His beard was still patchy, growing in uneven clumps on his cheeks.
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