lata

/ˈlaːtɑ/ or /lɑːtɑ/

Definitions

1. noun

The side or surface of something, especially a ship, where the water comes in.

“The lata of the boat was severely damaged in the storm.”

2. noun

A long, narrow piece of wood or other material, typically used as a beam or joist.

“The lata of the roof supported the weight of the heavy snow.”

3. noun

A small boat, typically with a flat bottom and used for transporting goods or people.

“The lata glided smoothly across the calm lake.”

4. noun

A small platform or stage, especially for a musician or performer.

“The lata was set up for the singer to perform from.”

5. verb

To load or carry something, especially goods or people, in a lata.

“The workers lataed the heavy crates onto the truck.”

6. verb

To transport something, especially people, in a lata.

“The fishermen lataed their nets back to shore.”

Synonyms

  • beam
  • joist
  • platform
  • side
  • stage
  • surface

Antonyms

  • center
  • interior