Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thatcher

noun
/ˈθætʃər/
Definition
A thatcher is a person who makes roofs using thatch, which is a material made from dried plant stems, usually grasses or reeds.
Examples
  • Many historic cottages in England still have thatched roofs, carefully maintained by a skilled thatcher.
  • After the storm, the thatcher was called to repair the damage to the traditional thatched roof.
Meaning
A tradesperson who specializes in covering roofs with thatch, taking care of both the craftsmanship and the aesthetics of the structure.
Synonyms
  • roofer
  • thatch worker