Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

gatchwork

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: gatch-work
IPA

22

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

9

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Decorative work made from gatch.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"We went into queer untidy courtyards and rooms that had once belonged to the rich, for there were remains of fine windows, carved stucco panels and recesses with delicate gatchwork."

Etymology

From gatch + work.

Usage

Uncountable

Questions

What does gatchwork mean?: Decorative work made from gatch.
Where does gatchwork come from?: From gatch + work.

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