What does SPALL mean?

Spall

Part of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

• noun: a chip or fragment broken off a larger object
• verb: to break off into chips or fragments

Pronunciations:

• US: /spɑl/
• UK: /spɔːl/

Origin and Usage:

The word "spall" comes from the Middle Low German word "spal" meaning "splinter". It has been in use in English since the 14th century. As a noun, it refers to a chip or fragment broken off a larger object, while as a verb, it means to break off into chips or fragments.

Synonyms:

• noun: chip, fragment, sliver, splinter
• verb: break, chip, fragment, shatter

Related Words:

• scalp
• small
• spell
• spelt
• spill

Example Sentences:

• He found a spall of wood on the ground.
• The concrete spalled due to the extreme temperatures.