Definition of latticework. Meaning of latticework. Synonyms of latticework

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Definition of latticework

Latticework
Latticework Lat"tice*work`, n. Same as Lattice, n., 1.
latticework
Lattice Lat"tice, n. [OE. latis, F. lattis lathwork, fr. latte lath. See Latten, 1st Lath.] 1. Any work of wood or metal, made by crossing laths, or thin strips, and forming a network; as, the lattice of a window; -- called also latticework. The mother of Sisera looked out at a window, and cried through the lattice. --Judg. v. 28. 2. (Her.) The representation of a piece of latticework used as a bearing, the bands being vertical and horizontal. Lattice bridge, a bridge supported by lattice girders, or latticework trusses. Lattice girder (Arch.), a girder of which the wed consists of diagonal pieces crossing each other in the manner of latticework. Lattice plant (Bot.), an aquatic plant of Madagascar (Ouvirandra fenestralis), whose leaves have interstices between their ribs and cross veins, so as to resemble latticework. A second species is O. Berneriana. The genus is merged in Aponogeton by recent authors.

Meaning of latticework from wikipedia

- Latticework is an openwork framework consisting of a criss-crossed pattern of strips of building material, typically wood or metal. The design is created...
- The process of rubbing or polishing with the stone creates a tight latticework of cracks which extend down to the very base of the syahi, allowing the...
- Intricate jali, stone latticework window, looking into the quadrangle of the Jama Masjid...
- with its 953 small windows called Jharokhas decorated with intricate latticework. The original intent of the lattice design was to allow royal ladies...
- cross variants. Ethiopian crosses are almost always made from elaborate latticework, the intertwined lattice represents everlasting life. No two crosses...
- of the Sultanate of Gujarat. It is entirely arched and has ten stone latticework windows or jali on the side and rear arches. Private mansions or haveli...
- among others, each had their own distinctive style of latticework. The types or styles of latticework are still today known by names using shop types, such...
- Inner Asia. The structure consists of a flexible angled ****embly or latticework of wood or bamboo for walls, a door frame, ribs (poles, rafters), and...
- Traditional snowshoes have a hardwood frame filled in with rawhide latticework. Modern snowshoes are made of lightweight metal, plastic, and other synthetic...
- of the rich were also furnished with rosewood furniture and feathery latticework. The writing materials in a scholar's private study, including elaborately...