patchy

/ˈpætʃi/
adjective
  1. 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.
  2. 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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