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Lathework

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lathworknounA covering of laths (strips)
lathenoun(tools, metalworking, woodworking) A machine tool used to shape a piece of material, or workpiece, by rotating the workpiece against a cutting tool.
turnerynounThe art of fashioning solid bodies into cylindrical or other forms by means of a lathe.
turningverbThe act of one who turns (rotates or twists).
woodturningnounThe craft of turning wood on a lathe to make useful or decorative objects.
leadworknounfittings made from lead (the metal)
wheel lathenoun(mechanical engineering, rail transport) A lathe for the manufacture and resurfacing of the wheels for rail vehicles.
lapidary's lathenounA machine consisting of a revolving lap on a vertical spindle, used for grinding and polishing.
swash-worknounlathework in which the cuts are inclined to the axis of rotation
engine lathenounA turning lathe in which the cutting tool has an automatic feed; used chiefly for turning and boring metals, cutting screws, etc.
shopworknoun(US) Work done in a workshop, such as woodwork or metalwork.
throw lathenounSynonym of throw (“hand-operated lathe, especially a small lathe used by clockmakers”).
gap lathenounA turning lathe with a deep notch in the bed to allow turning a short object of large diameter.
millworknounDoors, windows, and wood trim with decorative cross-section involving curves, beads, grooves, etc.
lapidary's wheelnounSynonym of lapidary's lathe.
blanchard lathenounA lathe for turning irregular forms after a given pattern, such as lasts, gunstocks, etc.
lacemakingnounThe manufacture of lace.
lacquerworknounArtistic or decorative work made with lacquer.
latticeworknounA lattice or lattice-like structure; interlacing laths or strips.
woodworknoun(uncountable, countable) Something made from wood, especially cabinets and trim (e.g., baseboards, doorframes) made from millwork.

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