Freebase(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: Dilemma. A dilemma is a problem offering two possibilities, neither of which is practically acceptable. One in this position has been traditionally described as being on the horns of a dilemma, neither horn being comfortable. This is sometimes more colorfully described as Finding oneself impaled upon the horns of a dilemma, referring to the sharp points of a bull's horns, equally uncomfortable.
Full Definition of LATH. 1. : a thin narrow strip of wood nailed to rafters, joists, or studding as a groundwork for slates, tiles, or plaster. 2. : a building material in sheets used as a base for plaster.3. : a quantity of laths. â lath transitive verb. a long and thin piece of wood that is used in walls and ceilings to support plaster, tiles, etc. plural laths or lath.
A lathe is a machine that shapes pieces of material. Usually the material being molded is wood or metal, and is referred to as the work.. The most common lathes are woodworking ones.The wood sits between two parts of the lathe called the headsock and the tailsock. Do not lean onto the lathe. 2  Never place or leave tools on the lathe. 3  This creates a risk of the tools being left on the machine when it gets turned on. 4  Keep the machine well lubricated and maintained. 5  Do not measure a piece of work while it is spinning.