athalamous

/θəˈlæmoʊəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a roof or covering of thatch or match.

“The ancient village was built athalamous, using natural materials for roofing.”

2. noun

A thatched or matched roof or covering.

“The village’s athalamous was in need of repair after the storm.”

Synonyms

  • match-roofed
  • thatched

Antonyms

  • shingled
  • tile-roofed