\Lote\, n. [L. lotus, Gr. ?. Cf. {Lotus}.] (Bot.)
A large tree ({Celtis australis}), found in the south of
Europe. It has a hard wood, and bears a cherrylike fruit.
Called also {nettle tree}. --Eng. Cyc.

\Lote\, n. [F. lotte.] (Zo["o]l.)
The European burbot.

\Lote\, v. i. [AS. lutian.]
To lurk; to lie hid. [Obs.] --Chaucer.