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Little Thatch

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English

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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 little was added to distinguish the island from Great Thatch.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈlɪtl̩ ˈθæt͡ʃ/
  • Hyphenation: Lit‧tle Thatch
  • Rhymes: -ætʃ

Proper noun

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Little Thatch

  1. An island in the British Virgin Islands.