transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈla-chəz, ˈlā- ]
noun
( plural laches )
Etymology: Middle English lachesse, from Anglo-French laschesce, from lasche lax, ultimately from Latin laxare to loosen — more at lease
Date: 14th century
: negligence in the observance of duty or opportunity ; specifically : undue delay in asserting a legal right or privilege