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noun / verb

lattice

LAT-is/ˈlætɪs/

A framework or repeating pattern of crossing strips, bars, or lines.

The wooden lattice forms diamond-shaped gaps between its crossing strips.

An isolated wooden lattice panel with two crossing sets of narrow diagonal strips, clearly forming open diamond-shaped gaps.
Etymology
latticeOld Frenchlattice

Old French latiz named a lattice and was formed from a word for a lath or plank. The English meaning preserves that constructional image: narrow strips crossing to leave open spaces.

In context

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More examples

  • The artist draws a lattice of diagonal lines.
  • Wooden lattices screen the porch without blocking the breeze.
  • We lattice the pie crust with thin strips of dough.

Forms

lattice · lattices · latticed · latticing

latticework noun — A structure made of crossing strips.

Similar words

grid
Usually has intersecting lines forming regular squares or rectangles.
trellis
A framework used especially to support climbing plants.
grating
Usually a rigid framework serving as a cover or barrier.