CultureAugust 9, 2026

laths

LATHS

Definition

Thin, narrow strips of wood or metal used as a framework for supporting building materials, such as plaster or sun-shading screens.

Etymology

The word comes from the Middle English 'lathe', derived from the Old English 'lætt', referring to a thin strip of wood used in building construction.

In the news

In the article, aluminum laths are used as a shading device on the west-facing children's rooms to protect the interior from excessive heat.

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