thatching

[ thach-ing ]

noun

1. thatch ( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of thatching¹

1350–1400; Middle English thecchyng. See thatch, -ing ¹( def )

Example Sentences

When they were ready, he worked each morning in thatching the roof until it grew too warm.

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They could erect enormous time-defying buildings, but they knew of no way to roof them except by thatching them.

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They will spend all their money in thatching the roof, but will do just nothing at all to keep the fire alive on the hearth.

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The thatching of the cottages, bleached to an almost snowy-whiteness, offered a pleasing contrast to the surrounding verdure.

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A reed thatching is laid over the frame, and secured firmly by parallel lashings about fifteen inches apart.

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