cold patch

noun, verb — 2 senses

cold patch

noun
1

Business, Construction, Manufacturing A mass of semisolid asphalt concrete tamped into potholes in a paved surface to provide a temporary repair, typically used in cold winter conditions.

Coordinate terms
hot patch

cold patch

verb
1

Business, Construction, Manufacturing To apply a cold patch.

  • Cold patch the holes in the road so people can still drive on it until we can get something more permanent done.

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