The term 'patched up' can be described by two crossword solutions: MENDED (6 letters) and sewn (4 letters). MENDED means to repair something that is broken or damaged, usually by replacing a part or putting it back together. Sewn is the act of stitching two pieces of fabric together using a needle and thread. Patching up is a process of repairing something that has been damaged, usually by sewing or mending it.