/laydh/ , n. , v. , lathed, lathing .
n.
1. a machine for use in working wood, metal, etc., that holds the material and rotates it about a horizontal axis against a tool that shapes it.
v.t.
2. to cut, shape, or otherwise treat on a lathe.
[ 1300-50; ME: frame, stand, lathe; cf. ON hlath stack (see LADE), Dan -lad in vaeverlad weaver's batten, savelad saw bench ]