'patch' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'pacche', where it meant 'a piece of cloth used to mend or strengthen a torn or weak point'.

'pacche' transformed into the modern English word 'patch'.

Initially, it meant 'a piece of cloth used to mend or strengthen', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small piece of material used to cover a hole or strengthen a weak point'.