Meaning & use

thatched

adjective·Everyday

Covered with a roof made of straw, reeds, or a similar dried plant material.

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The village was full of charming cottages with thatched roofs and small gardens.

Rain drummed steadily on the thatched roof throughout the stormy night.

A note on using this word

Thatched roofs are traditional in rural England and require regular maintenance because the plant material wears down over time.

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