dethatch

[dee-thach] /diˈθætʃ/
verb (used with object), Horticulture
1.
thatch (def 7).
Origin
de- + thatch
Examples from the web for dethatch
  • If your lawn is small, you can dethatch it with a special dethatching rake.
  • Contractor will overseed, dethatch and plug as necessary to prevent bare areas and promote even growth of turf areas.