ClimateAugust 16, 2026
thatch
THACH
Definition
A roofing material made of dried plant stalks, such as straw, reeds, or rushes, used in traditional construction.
Etymology
The word originates from the Old English 'þæc,' meaning roof or covering, which shares roots with the Proto-Germanic word for covering or protecting.
In the news
The article mentions thatch as a traditional material used by Marcus McCabe to construct his ecological home in County Monaghan. It serves as an example of sustainable, site-sourced building methods.
RTÉ Archives | Environment | Building A Village
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