Meaning of the word "patch things up" in English

What does "patch things up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

patch things up

US /pætʃ θɪŋz ʌp/
UK /pætʃ θɪŋz ʌp/

Idiom

to repair a relationship or disagreement

Example:
After their big fight, they decided to try and patch things up.
It's important to communicate and patch things up quickly after an argument.