Lath
/læθ/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Construction Material
Understand 'lath' as a basic building material in construction, commonly used under plaster. 
The builders installed the laths carefully, preparing the wall for plastering.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Usage
'Lath and plaster' is an old technique; it's less common now due to modern materials. 
The historic house had its original lath and plaster walls preserved.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Recognition
A lath looks like a narrow, thin, long strip of wood; visualize to remember. 
In the hardware store, you can find wooden laths in the lumber section.