Definitions

1. noun

A lathee or lathe is a simple machine that uses a rotating cutting tool to shape materials, such as wood or metal, by turning them against a fixed axis.

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

2. verb

To shape or cut something using a lathee, typically referring to woodworking or metalworking processes.

“The artisan lathed a beautiful wooden vase by hand.”