latticed

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.

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.

verb (used with object)

to furnish with a lattice or latticework.

to form into or arrange like latticework.

Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English latis < Middle French lattis, derivative of latte lath < Germanic; see lath

Related forms

lat·tice·like, adjective

Synonyms
1. trellis, grille, screen, grid.

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World English Dictionary

lattice (ˈlætɪs)

—n
1.	Also called: latticework an open framework of strips of wood, metal, etc, arranged to form an ornamental pattern
2.	a. a gate, screen, etc, formed of such a framework
	b. (as modifier): a lattice window
3.	something, such as a decorative or heraldic device, resembling such a framework
4.	See also Bravais lattice an array of objects or points in a periodic pattern in two or three dimensions, esp an array of atoms, ions, etc, in a crystal or an array of points indicating their positions in space

—vb
5.	to make, adorn, or supply with a lattice or lattices

[C14: from Old French lattis, from lattelath]

'latticed

—*adj*

lattice (ˈlætɪs)

—n
1.	Also called: latticework an open framework of strips of wood, metal, etc, arranged to form an ornamental pattern
2.	a. a gate, screen, etc, formed of such a framework
	b. (as modifier): a lattice window
3.	something, such as a decorative or heraldic device, resembling such a framework
4.	See also Bravais lattice an array of objects or points in a periodic pattern in two or three dimensions, esp an array of atoms, ions, etc, in a crystal or an array of points indicating their positions in space

—vb
5.	to make, adorn, or supply with a lattice or lattices

[C14: from Old French lattis, from lattelath]

'latticed

—*adj*

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Etymonline

Word Origin & History

lattice

c.1300, from O.Fr. latta "lath," from Frank. (cf. O.H.G. latta "lath"). See lath.

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Science Dictionary

lattice

(lāt'ĭs) Pronunciation Key
A set of points that, when joined together, form the geometric shape of a mineral crystal. The lattice of the mineral halite, for example, is in the shape of a cube. See more at crystal.

Easton

Bible Dictionary

Lattice definition

(1.) Heb. 'eshnabh, a latticed opening through which the cool breeze passes (Judg. 5:28). The flat roofs of the houses were sometimes enclosed with a parapet of lattice-work on wooden frames, to screen the women of the house from the gaze of the neighbourhood. (2.) Heb. harakim, the network or lattice of a window (Cant. 2:9). (3.) Heb. sebakhah, the latticed balustrade before a window or balcony (2 Kings 1:2). The lattice window is frequently used in Eastern countries.

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Example sentences

Latticed vertical members provide compressive strength in cooperation with

diagonal eyebars that act in tension.

Fenced or latticed tanks may be enhanced further by planting a fast-growing ivy

or a sweet-smelling honeysuckle or jasmine.

The technique involves making latticed sheets from ceramic ink, then folding

and heating these sheets to create intricate shapes.

The through truss retains its original members, including curved portal braces

and decoratively latticed portals and guardrail.

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