Lath

Pronunciation: /læθ/

Definitions of lath

noun a thin, narrow strip of wood used in building to provide a surface for plaster or tiles

Example Sentences

A1 The carpenter used a lath to measure and cut the wood.

A2 She attached the lath to the wall before plastering it.

B1 The construction workers installed laths to support the roof.

B2 The artist used a lath as a canvas for their painting.

C1 The intricate design on the lath showcased the craftsman's skill.

C2 The historical building's ceiling was adorned with ornate laths.

Examples of lath in a Sentence

formal The carpenter used a lath to support the ceiling during construction.

informal I found a lath in the shed that we can use for the project.

slang Hey, pass me that lath over there, I need it for the fence.

figurative The lath of trust between them had been broken, and it was hard to repair.

Grammatical Forms of lath

• past tense: lathed
• plural: laths
• comparative: lathier
• superlative: lathiest
• present tense: lathes
• future tense: will lath
• perfect tense: has lathed
• continuous tense: is lathing
• singular: lath
• positive degree: lath
• infinitive: to lath
• gerund: lathing
• participle: lathing

Origin and Evolution of lath

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'lath' originated from the Old English word 'lætt' meaning a thin strip of wood.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'lath' has retained its original meaning of a thin strip of wood used in construction, but its usage has expanded to refer to a broader range of thin strips or slats made from various materials.