þéttist

þéttist is an Old English word. It is the past tense, second and third person singular form of the verb þettan, meaning to thatch or cover. Therefore, þéttist would translate to "thatched" or "covered" when referring to a singular subject in the past. This verb was used in a variety of contexts, often related to construction and the covering of roofs or other structures with materials like straw or reeds. Understanding this grammatical form helps in interpreting Old English texts, particularly those that describe building or maintaining structures. The word's root is connected to the concept of density or thickness, implying a thorough covering.