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- [lat-is]
- /ˈlæt ɪs/
- /ˈlæt.ɪs/
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- [lat-is]
- /ˈlæt ɪs/
Definitions of lattice word
- noun lattice a structure of crossed wooden or metal strips usually arranged to form a diagonal pattern of open spaces between the strips. 1
- noun lattice a window, gate, or the like consisting of such a structure. 1
- noun lattice Physics. the structure of fissionable and nonfissionable materials geometrically arranged within a nuclear reactor. 1
- noun lattice Also called Bravais lattice, crystal lattice, space lattice. Crystallography. an arrangement in space of isolated points (lattice points) in a regular pattern, showing the positions of atoms, molecules, or ions in the structure of a crystal. 1
- noun lattice Mathematics. a partially ordered set in which every subset containing exactly two elements has a greatest lower bound or intersection and a least upper bound or union. 1
- verb with object lattice to furnish with a lattice or latticework. 1
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Origin of lattice
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English latis < Middle French lattis, derivative of latte lath < Germanic; see lath
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Parts of speech for Lattice
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lattice popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
lattice usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for lattice
noun lattice
- filigree — delicate ornamental work of fine silver, gold, or other metal wires, especially lacy jewelers' work of scrolls and arabesques.
- grill — a grating or openwork barrier, as for a gate, usually of metal and often of decorative design.
- network — any netlike combination of filaments, lines, veins, passages, or the like: a network of arteries; a network of sewers under the city.
- web — something formed by or as if by weaving or interweaving.
- frame — a border or case for enclosing a picture, mirror, etc.
Antonyms for lattice
noun lattice
- solid — having three dimensions (length, breadth, and thickness), as a geometrical body or figure.
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