First Known Use: 1611
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1lathe
noun \ˈlāth\
: a machine in which a piece of wood or metal is held and turned while being shaped by a sharp tool
Full Definition of LATHE
: a machine in which work is rotated about a horizontal axis and shaped by a fixed tool
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Origin of LATHE
probably from Middle English lath supporting stand
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2lathe
verb
lathedlath·ing
Definition of LATHE
transitive verb
: to cut or shape with a lathe
First Known Use of LATHE
circa 1903
LATHE Defined for Kids
lathe
noun \ˈlāth\
Definition of LATHE for Kids
: a machine in which a piece of material (as wood) is held and turned while being shaped by a tool
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