spalls

We have found lemma(root) word of spalls : spall.

Definitions


[spɔːl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- break (ore, rock, or stone) into smaller pieces, especially in preparation for sorting
(e.g: the ore was spalled by young women seated at anvils)


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Origin:
late Middle English (as a noun): of unknown origin. The verb dates from the mid 18th century


[spɔːl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a splinter or chip, especially of rock


Phrases:

Origin:
late Middle English (as a noun): of unknown origin. The verb dates from the mid 18th century




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