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
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The stonemason carefully removed a small spall from the granite block.
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During the excavation, several large spalls broke off the ancient wall.
Verb
to break off in fragments or chips
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The old concrete began to spall due to constant exposure to harsh weather.
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If you hit the rock too hard, it will spall.