a patch of

n a patch of skin that is discolored but not usually elevated

A patch of granular bodies on the surface of the thallus of lichens.

a patch of bright color n

n the sound like water splashing n a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event n a small quantity of something moist or liquid n a patch of bright color n the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface n the act of scattering water about haphazardly v cause (a liquid) to spatter about, especially with force v walk through mud or mire v dash a liquid upon or against v mark or overlay with patches of contrasting color or texture