lattice Definition

lattice
plural noun

1. An open frame made by crossing narrow strips of wood or metal over each other to form an ornamental pattern and used especially in gates and fences.

Thesaurus: mesh, grid, grate, grill, trellis, grating, fretwork, espalier, network, web.
Form: lattice-work (also)
2. A window with small diamond-shaped panels of glass held in place with strips of lead.

Form: lattice window (also)
3. chem.
The regular three-dimensional arrangement of atoms, ions or molecules that forms the structure of a crystalline solid.

Derivative: latticed
adj

Etymology: 14c: from French lattis, from latte lath.