verb as in strong fondness

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thatch, encourage

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Example Sentences

Example:Thatch the roof with durable material to protect it from the elements.

Definition:To cover with thatch, the opposite of removing thatch which is what dethatching entails.

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Example:Encourage the natural growth of thatch to protect the lawn during dry spells.

Definition:To support the growth or development of something, contradicting the action of dethatching, which is to remove thatch.

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