metal lath

American  

noun

1. any of various meshlike laths of metal for plastering.

2. nondecorative interior metalwork for supporting lighting fixtures, dropped ceilings, etc.

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Other Word Forms

• metal lather noun

Example Sentences

The murals — oil paint on plaster with metal lath backing — depict men in top hats and tuxedos, women draped in fur-trimmed coats.

From Seattle Times

The murals - oil paint on plaster with a metal lath backing - depict men and women in formalwear, men in top hats and tuxedos, women draped in fur-trimmed coats.

From Washington Times

The murals — oil paint on plaster with a metal lath backing — depict men and women in formalwear, men in top hats and tuxedos, women draped in fur-trimmed coats.

From Seattle Times

Plaster with metal lath were used instead of drywall.

From Washington Post

The beagle body was made from lumber and wrapped in metal lath, a bendable mesh, over which stucco was applied.

From Washington Post