be (not) a patch on



be (not) a patch on

To be just as good as someone or something else. Often used in the negative to emphasize someone or something's inadequacy. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. Alice is a patch on the lead actress in the school play, which is why she was chosen as the understudy. I loved my old boss—this new guy is not a patch on her.
See also: on, patch

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Uttar-Indian, Hindi (Rare)
OŽBalt-Slovene
Govad-Persian Mythology
UĞUr-Turkish
Seaghdh-Scottish
Suzusoo-zooJapanese