General
lattie
What does lattie mean?
In Polari, a house, flat, lodging or room. Likely from Italian 'letto' (bed) or 'latta', reflecting the cant's Romance borrowings.
"Come back to my lattie for a bevvy."
Origin
Polari of mid-20th-century Britain; 'lattie' (house, room) is generally linked to Italian 'letto'/'latta' via Parlyaree, as recorded by Paul Baker.
Frequently asked questions
What does lattie mean?
It is Polari for a house, flat or room.
Where does lattie come from?
It is usually traced to Italian 'letto' (bed) or 'latta', borrowed through Parlyaree.
Why did a lattie matter so much?
When being gay was illegal, a private lattie was one of the few safe places to be openly yourself.
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