/leɪð/ LAYTH

Definitions

1. noun

A machine tool that rotates a workpiece on a horizontal axis, allowing for the cutting or shaping of the material, typically wood, metal, or plastic.

“The craftsman used a lathe to carve intricate designs into the wooden chair.”

2. verb

To turn or shape something on a lathe, especially to cut or shape a material.

“The woodturner learned to lathe beautiful bowls from raw wood.”