공간적으로 드문드문하거나 고르지 않게 퍼져 있는 상태.
Existing or happening in small, isolated areas rather than being spread evenly.
예문:
"The lawn was patchy and brown after the long summer heatwave."
"Drivers were warned about patchy fog on the highway during the early morning."
품질이나 수준이 일정하지 않고 기복이 심하거나 불규칙한 상태.
Not of the same quality or standard throughout; inconsistent in performance or reliability.
예문:
"The team's performance has been patchy this season, with unexpected losses to weaker opponents."
"The Wi-Fi signal in the old library is very patchy and often disconnects."
정보나 지식이 전체를 포괄하지 못하고 일부분에만 한정되어 불완전한 상태.
Dealing with or knowing only some parts of a subject; fragmentary or incomplete.
예문:
"Our knowledge of the ancient civilization remains patchy due to the lack of written records."
"The report was criticized for its patchy data and lack of detailed analysis."