Wiktionary(1.50 / 4 votes)Rate this definition: 1  dilemma(Noun) A circumstance in which a choice must be made between two or more alternatives that seem equally undesirable. 2  dilemma(Noun) (disputed) A difficult circumstance or problem.
The lathe is an ancient tool, dating at least to ancient Egypt and known to be used in Assyria and ancient Greece. The lathe was very important to the Industrial Revolution. It is known as the mother of machine tools, as it was the first machine tool that lead to the invention of other machine tools.
Save time and workshop space with lathe milling machines from Northern Tool. Find durable metal lathe machines that fit into small spaces. Produce your own parts and work on metal projects with metal lathes that do multiple jobs. The must-have tool for toolmakers, gun hobbyists, weekend machinists and more. (14)