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lathe

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun lathe has 1 sense
  1. lathe - machine tool for shaping metal or wood; the workpiece turns about a horizontal axis against a fixed tool
    --1 is a kind of
    shaper, shaping machine
    --1 has part: carriage; chuck; handwheel; handwheel
    --1 has particulars: bench lathe

Definitions from the Web

Term: Lathe

Description:

A lathe is a machine tool used to shape a piece of material by rotating it rapidly along its axis while a cutting tool is applied to it. This versatile tool is commonly used in woodworking, metalworking, and machining.

Sample Sentences:

  • The carpenter used a lathe to carve intricate designs on the wooden post.
  • The machinist used the lathe to create a perfectly round metal rod.
  • After some practice, she became skilled at operating the lathe to turn out beautiful bowls.
  • We need to check the alignment of the lathe before starting the machining process.

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