metal lath
Americannoun
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any of various meshlike laths of metal for plastering.
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nondecorative interior metalwork for supporting lighting fixtures, dropped ceilings, etc.
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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 • Mar. 24, 2018
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 • Mar. 21, 2018
Plaster with metal lath were used instead of drywall.
From Washington Post • Jul. 19, 2017
FTC said that it would proceed with suits and complaints now on file against such industries as steel, metal lath and conduits.
From Time Magazine Archive
The house is built with a stone foundation and a wooden superstructure with exterior walls covered with metal lath and cement stucco which is stained a cream color.
From Three Acres and Liberty by Hall, Bolton
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