Thatch
/θˈætʃ/
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Definition
(noun) Straw, rushes, or similar, used for making or covering the roofs of buildings, or of stacks of hay or grain.
Sentence Examples
The roof is made of thatch.
Swazi women traditionally plait grass to make thatch roofs for their homes.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The old cottage had a beautiful ____ roof made from dried straw, which gave it a very traditional and cozy look today.