simple patch
[/ˈsɪmpəl pætʃ/]
nounpl: simple patches
remendo simples
1. A small piece of material used to cover or repair a hole or damaged area in fabric, clothing, or other surfaces with minimal complexity
She sewed a simple patch on her son's jeans to cover the tear.
Ela costurou um remendo simples na calça de seu filho para cobrir o rasgão.
2. In software development, a small fix or update applied to a program or system to resolve a minor issue
The developer released a simple patch to fix the bug in the application.
O desenvolvedor lançou um remendo simples para corrigir o bug na aplicação.
3. A small, uncomplicated piece of ground or area, typically in gardening
He planted a simple patch of vegetables in his backyard.
Ele plantou um pequeno canteiro simples de vegetais em seu quintal.
In Brazil, the concept of 'remendo' carries cultural significance as it reflects resourcefulness and practical repair traditions, especially in working-class communities. In tech contexts, 'patch' is commonly used in English even among Portuguese speakers in IT fields. The term represents both traditional craftsmanship and modern software maintenance practices.
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