thatch
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /θætʃ/
KK: /θætʃ/
noun
Definition
A type of material made from plant stalks or leaves, like straw or reeds, used to cover roofs or provide shelter.
Example
The cottage had a beautiful thatch roof made of dried reeds.
Conversation
Did you see that house with the thatch roof on the way here?
Yeah, it looked really unique and charming!
I wonder how they maintain the thatch over time.
I heard it needs special care to keep it from getting damaged.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cover
roof
shingle
Antonyms
exposure
opening
gap
transitive verb
Definition
To cover a roof or building with a material made of dried plant stems, such as straw or reeds.
Example
They decided to thatch the cottage to give it a traditional look.
Tense Forms
Past: thatched
Past Participle: thatched
Conversation
Have you ever thought about how to thatch a roof by hand?
Not really, but it sounds interesting!
Yeah, I read that it's a traditional method that can be quite durable.
Root Explanation
Thatch originates from Old English 'þæcc' (meaning a covering or roof made of straw or reeds). The word refers to a material used for roofing, typically made from dried plant materials.
Memory Tip
Imagine a roof made of straw or reeds, which is what 'thatch' means. This helps you remember that 'thatch' is a type of covering for a roof.
Visually Confused Words
hatch
unthatch
rethatch
nuthatch
thetch
tatchy
tath
tach