Cobhouse

/ˈkɒbhaʊs/ noun

Definition

A building made from cob (a building material of clay, straw, and gravel), common in Southwest England, or a stable for cob horses.

Etymology

Compound of 'cob' (clay building material, or a sturdy horse) and 'house.' Cob construction dates back to medieval times in Southwest England.

Kelly Says

Cob buildings are experiencing a huge comeback—they're more sustainable than concrete, regulate humidity naturally, and some cobhouses built 500 years ago are still standing and being lived in!

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