Meaning of the word spall in English

What does spall mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spall

US /spɔːl/
UK /spɔːl/

Noun

a fragment or chip, especially one struck off a stone or rock

Example:
The stonemason carefully removed a small spall from the granite block.
During the excavation, several large spalls broke off the ancient wall.

Verb

to break off in fragments or chips

Example:
The old concrete began to spall due to constant exposure to harsh weather.
If you hit the rock too hard, it will spall.