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lathe

noun

/leɪð/

Meaning

A machine for shaping wood, metal, or other material by rotating it against a cutting tool.

The carpenter used a lathe to shape the wooden bowl.

machine tool, woodturner, shaper, grinder

manual carving, hand tool

wood lathe, metal lathe, lathe machine, lathe operation

a large, ugly, and frightening imaginary creature; a cruel person

A powerful whirlpool in the sea or a situation of confused movement and turmoil.

something pledged as security for repayment of a loan

The movement of salt water into freshwater areas, typically affecting coastal regions.

Courage in pain or adversity.

a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditi...