Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spall
noun
/spɔːl/
Definition
A piece of material that has broken off from a larger object, usually from stone or metal.
Examples
- After the storm, many spalls were found on the floor of the quarry.
- The engineer noted several spalls on the metal beam supporting the building.
Meaning
Spall refers to a fragment or chip that has been removed from a surface, often as a result of wear, damage, or natural processes.
Synonyms
- chip
- fragment
- splinter
- shard
