What is another word for clouts?
Pronunciation: [klˈa͡ʊts] (IPA) 
Clouts are used to describe a piece of material, usually a strip or patch, that is used to cover a hole or damage in a textile or any material. Some common synonyms of clouts include patches, mends, and fixes. Other synonyms that may be used to describe clouts include darns, reinforcements, coverings, and overlays. Furthermore, clouts may also be known as repairs or stitching and can involve anything from sewing to taping to glueing a patch onto the damaged area. Regardless of the method used, clouts provide a temporary or permanent solution to repair and extend the life of damaged materials.
