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lattice

 

[ ˈlatɪs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

structure

A structure consisting of strips of wood or metal crossed and fastened together with square or diamond-shaped spaces left between, used typically as a screen or fence or as a support for climbing plants.

Synonyms

grid, mesh, trellis

Examples of usage

  • An iron lattice supported the ceiling.
  • The house was surrounded by a lattice fence.
  • The vines grew up the lattice on the side of the house.
Context #2 | Noun

mathematics

A regular repeated three-dimensional arrangement of atoms, ions, or molecules in a metal or other crystalline solid.

Synonyms

framework, grid, network

Examples of usage

  • The crystal structure can be visualized as a lattice of spheres.
Context #3 | Noun

computing

A structure of crossed bars or strips, typically arranged to form a diagonal pattern of open spaces between the strips.

Synonyms

framework, grid, matrix

Examples of usage

  • The data is stored in a memory lattice.

Translations

Translations of the word "lattice" in other languages:

🇵🇹 treliça

🇮🇳 जाली

🇩🇪 Gitter

🇮🇩 jeruji

🇺🇦 решітка

🇵🇱 kratownica

🇯🇵 格子 (kōshi)

🇫🇷 treillis

🇪🇸 enrejado

🇹🇷 kafes

🇰🇷 격자 (gyeokja)

🇸🇦 شبكة

🇨🇿 mříž

🇸🇰 mriežka

🇨🇳 格子 (gézi)

🇸🇮 mreža

🇮🇸 rimlagrind

🇰🇿 тор

🇬🇪 ბადის

🇦🇿 reşotka

🇲🇽 enrejado

Etymology

The word 'lattice' originated from the Old French word 'lattis', which meant 'a lattice'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. The concept of using lattice structures is ancient, with examples found in various architectural and artistic forms throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,984 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.