lattice
Translation
lattice, trellis, grid
Examples
Climbing roses grew up the garden lattice.
Climbing roses grew up the garden lattice.
The crystal has a regular lattice structure.
The crystal has a regular lattice structure.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) a structure of crossed strips Climbing roses grew up the garden lattice.
((a/the)) ((crystal)) lattice a regular arrangement of atoms The crystal has a regular lattice structure.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grid, trellis, network, framework
Etymology
From Old French 'latiz', from 'latte' meaning 'lath' (a thin strip of wood).
Memory Tips
Imagine 'lettuce' growing on a criss-cross garden frame. 'Lattice' and 'lettuce' sound a bit similar.