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Definition or meaning of the English word Spall
A chip or fragment; especially a chip of stone as struck off the block by the hammer; having at least one feather-edge. (n.). To break into small pieces; as ore; for the purpose of separating from rock. (v. t.). To reduce; as irregular blocks of stone; to an approximately level surface by hammering. (v. t.). To give off spalls; or wedge-shaped chips; -- said of stone; as when badly set; with the weight thrown too much on the outer surface. (v. i.). |
