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lattice

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lattice
1. an open framework of strips of wood, metal, etc., arranged to form an ornamental pattern
2. 
a. a gate, screen, etc., formed of such a framework
b. (as modifier): a lattice window
3. something, such as a decorative or heraldic device, resembling such a framework
4. an array of objects or points in a periodic pattern in two or three dimensions, esp an array of atoms, ions, etc., in a crystal or an array of points indicating their positions in space

(theory)lattice - A partially ordered set in which all finite subsets have a least upper bound and greatest lower bound.

This definition has been standard at least since the 1930s and probably since Dedekind worked on lattice theory in the 19th century; though he may not have used that name.

See also complete lattice, domain theory.


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Presently it tried the strength of the lattice with its great talons.
Then he dragged a rude lattice into place before the opening after he, himself, had left the chamber.
He had opened, not only the glass window, but the lattice blind outside it, and he had closed both again, and he shivered through his frame.
 
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