Antonyms for lathing

Grammar : Verb

Spell : lath-ing, lah-thing

Phonetic Transcription : ˈlæθ ɪŋ, ˈlɑ θɪŋ

Definition of lathing

Origin : late 13c., probably from Old English *læððe, variant of lætt "lath," apparently from a Proto-Germanic *laþþo (cf. Old Saxon, Old Norse latta, Middle Dutch, German latte "lath," Dutch lat, Middle High German lade "plank," which is source of German Laden "counter," hence, "shop"). As a verb, 1530s, from the noun.

As in frame : verb build

Example sentences :

This inviting or "bidding" was usually called "lating" or "lathing;" from the A.-S.
Extract from : « Lancashire Folk-lore » by John Harland

The outer walls of a stone house should always be firred off inside for lathing and plastering, to keep them thoroughly dry.
Extract from : « Rural Architecture » by Lewis Falley Allen

All corners and angles should be framed solid and have two-inch projections for lathing.
Extract from : « Convenient Houses » by Louis Henry Gibson

This schoolhouse, even to the lathing, was made of black walnut that was sawed at a local mill.
Extract from : « What and Where is God? » by Richard La Rue Swain

In at least one of the Oraibi kivas the plastering of the wall is laid on sticks that form a kind of lathing.
Extract from : « Antiquities of the Mesa Verde National Park: Cliff Palace » by Jesse Walter Fewkes

Wooden studding, furring, or lathing should not under any circumstances be placed against a chimney.
Extract from : « Farmers' Bulletin 1230 - Chimneys & Fireplaces » by A. M. Daniels

There will be no lathing, except occasionally on the ceilings; even this will not be necessary.
Extract from : « Homes And How To Make Them » by Eugene Gardner

Synonyms for lathing

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