Index of English words, starting with "la"

(1) - Laterite (n.) An argillaceous sandstone, of a red color, and much seamed; -- found in India.

(1) - Lateritic (a.) Consisting of, containing, or characterized by, laterite; as, lateritic formations.

(1) - Latex (n.) A milky or colored juice in certain plants in cavities (called latex cells or latex tubes). It contains the peculiar principles of the plants, whether aromatic, bitter, or acid, and in many instances yields caoutchouc upon coagulation.

(1) - Lath (v. t.) To cover or line with laths.
(2) - Lath (n.) A thin, narrow strip of wood, nailed to the rafters, studs, or floor beams of a building, for the purpose of supporting the tiles, plastering, etc. A corrugated metallic strip or plate is sometimes used.