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Etymology

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Etymology uncertain. According to local folklore, the island is named after infamous pirate Edward Teach (around 1680 - 1718). The element great was added to distinguish the island from Little Thatch.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈɡɹeɪt ˈθæt͡ʃ/
  • Hyphenation: Great Thatch
  • Rhymes: -ætʃ

Proper noun

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Great Thatch

  1. An island in the British Virgin Islands.