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Latticelike
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WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.
Latticelike
see synonyms of latticelikenoun
1. Also called: latticework
an open framework of strips of wood, metal, etc, arranged to form an ornamental pattern
2.
a.
a gate, screen, etc, formed of such a framework
b.
(as modifier)
a lattice window
3.
something, such as a decorative or heraldic device, resembling such a framework
4.
an array of objects or points in a periodic pattern in two or three dimensions, esp an array of atoms, ions, etc, in a crystal or an array of points indicating their positions in space
See also Bravais latticeverb
5.
to make, adorn, or supply with a lattice or lattices
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Latticelike
see synonyms of latticelike noun
1.
an openwork structure of crossed strips or bars of wood, metal, etc. used as a screen, support, etc.
2.
something resembling or suggesting such a structure
3.
a door, gate, shutter, trellis, etc. formed of such a structure
4. Physics
a.
a three-dimensional pattern of points in space, as of atoms or groups of atoms in a solid or crystal
b.
space lattice
c.
the arrangement in a geometric pattern of fissionable and nonfissionable material in a nuclear reactor
verb transitiveWord forms: ˈlatticed or ˈlatticing
5.
to arrange like a lattice; make a lattice of
6.
to furnish or cover with a lattice or latticework
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