lattice
lattice Lexical Profile
lattice Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A structure consisting of crossed strips of wood, metal, or other material with open spaces between them, typically used as a screen, fence, or support for climbing plants.
"We planted climbing roses at the base of the wooden lattice so they would eventually cover the wall."
A regular, repeated three-dimensional arrangement of atoms, ions, or molecules in a metal or other crystalline solid.
"When water freezes, the molecules arrange themselves into a hexagonal crystal lattice, causing ice to expand."
A partially ordered mathematical set in which every two elements have a unique lowest upper bound and greatest lower bound.
"In abstract algebra, the concept of a lattice is used to study the structure of power sets and sub-groups."
• verb
To interlace or intertwine materials to create a crossed, openwork pattern.
"The baker latticed the strips of dough perfectly over the cherry pie."
To construct, form, or furnish with a crisscrossed structure of intersecting strips.
"The architect latticed the courtyard roof to allow dappled sunlight to filter through."
• Rhymes for lattice
Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English 'latis', borrowed from Old French 'lattis', which derives from 'latte' (meaning 'lath'), ultimately of Germanic origin.
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