patcher

English

Etymology

patch +‎ -er

Noun

patcher (plural patchers)

1. A person who patches something.
2. (computing) A process or program that applies a software patch.
   • 2006, Elizabeth Drake, 50 Plus One Tips to Preventing Identity Theft, page 26:

     It is hidden in an installer, license key generator or patcher that you will need to access the offered video or software.

3. (mining, historical) The driver's assistant or lackey in a team of miners.

Anagrams

• carpeth, chapter, chaptre, pearcht, preacht, repatch

Norman

Alternative forms

• patchi (Jersey)

Etymology

(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) Compare French paquer.

Verb

patcher

1. (Guernsey) to pack