thatchwork
Translation
thatchwork, thatching
Examples
The cottage had beautiful thatchwork on the roof.
The cottage had beautiful thatchwork on the roof.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) a roof or covering made of thatch. The old barn had intricate thatchwork.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thatching
Etymology
A compound of 'thatch' (straw for a roof) and 'work' (the craft or result).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'work' or craftsmanship involved in creating a 'thatch' roof.