GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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Spall, v. t.
- (Mining) To break into small pieces, as ore, for the purpose of separating from rock.Pryce.1913 Webster
- (Masonry) To reduce, as irregular blocks of stone, to an approximately level surface by hammering.1913 Webster
- (Mining) To break into small pieces, as ore, for the purpose of separating from rock.
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Spall, v. i. 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.1913 Webster