Darnings refer to the act of repairing a damaged piece of clothing, usually by weaving new threads into the damaged area. Synonyms for this word include mending, patching, darning, sewing, fixing, restoring, and repairing. These terms all describe the process of restoring a piece of clothing that has been damaged, torn or ripped. Similarly, these words can be used in a broader context to describe the process of repairing any object that has been damaged or broken. Darnings can also be used in a metaphorical sense to describe the process of fixing or repairing relationships or other aspects of life that have been damaged or broken.