Spale
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈspeɪl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Spale is a noun meaning (Now chiefly dialectal, Scotland) A chip or splinter of wood.
Meaning
(Now chiefly dialectal, Scotland) A chip or splinter of wood.
More Meanings
- A lath; a shaving or chip, as of wood or stone.
- A strengthening cross timber.
- (shipbuilding) One of a number of crossbands fastened temporarily to the frames to keep them in place until properly secured.
Word Forms
- spales
- spail
Synonyms for spale
Depending on context, synonyms include spaling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include speld, spelt, spelder, spall, spelk, spile.
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