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Noun — The former monetary unit of Latvia, used until it was replaced by the euro in 2014.

Synonyms

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How to use lat

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work your lats the Latvian lat

Etymology

Borrowed from Hindi लाट (lāṭ, “pillar; minaret; staff, club”), लाठ (lāṭh, “long staff; cudgel”), etc.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lat” mean?

The word “lat” means the former monetary unit of Latvia, used until it was replaced by the euro in 2014. In plain terms, either Latvia's old currency, or gym shorthand for the big back muscle.

How do you pronounce “lat”?

“Lat” is pronounced laht (/lɑːt/ in IPA).

How do you use “lat” in a sentence?

Here is “lat” used in a sentence: “Before 2014, prices in Riga were shown in lats.”

What is another word for “lat”?

Words with a similar meaning to “lat” include lats.

What part of speech is “lat”?

“Lat” is a noun.

How many meanings does “lat” have?

“Lat” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the former monetary unit of Latvia, used until it was replaced by the euro in 2014.

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