baches

Definition of bachesnext
plural of bach, New Zealand
as in cottages
an often small house for recreational or seasonal use maintains a bach in South Island's Fiordland

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Noun
  • Historic inns and nearby cottages are well matched to the season, with fireplaces and thick walls holding in warmth.
    Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 12 Feb. 2026
  • The city argues that the historical designation applies only to the 72 cottages, built between 1887 and 1931.
    Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The wreck’s exterior is covered with quagga mussels and the upper cabins are gone, Ehorn said, but the hull looks intact and the oak interiors are still in good shape.
    Todd Richmond, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
  • The GranSport 38 can host up to 12 guests across five cabins (as well as room for seven crew), including a full-beam owner’s suite that opens up to the water.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Baches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baches. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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