thatcher

/ˈθætʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person whose occupation is to cut and clear grass from lawns and fields using specialized equipment such as a lawn mower or scythe

“The thatcher spent the day cutting the grass and preparing the lawn for the summer season.”

2. noun

a person who restores or repairs roofs, especially one who applies or reinstalls thatch, a material consisting of dried plant material (such as straw or reeds) used as a roofing material

“The thatcher worked tirelessly to repair the old thatched roof and make it secure for the coming winter.”

3. verb

to cut and clear grass from lawns and fields using specialized equipment such as a lawn mower or scythe

“The farmer thatched the field in preparation for the new crop.”

4. verb

to restore or repair a roof, especially one that is covered with thatch

“The thatcher thatched the old cottage, restoring its original charm.”

Synonyms

  • gardener
  • landscaper
  • lawnmower

Antonyms

  • golfer
  • landfill worker