Spalling

Word SPALLING
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Definitions and meanings of "Spalling"

What do we mean by spalling?

To break into fragments or small pieces.

To reduce, as irregular blocks of stone, to an approximately level surface by hammering.

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The word "spalling" in example sentences

Concrete spalling occurs when moisture is wicked into the foundation from the ground and the lime in the concrete mix leeches out. ❋ Unknown (2009)

A shaped charge can fire a jet of white-hot gas right through the armor of a tank, causing "spalling," a swirling mist of metal shrapnel that can shred the soldiers within. ❋ Unknown (2007)

While the "spalling," or weakening and flaking, of concrete under the deck does not affect the bridge's integrity, Mr. Capone asked members of the public to notify the Turnpike ❋ Unknown (2010)

The agency's executive director, Ron DeGuzman, says there are "spalling" issues within many of the unit's ceilings. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Fixing defects such as spalling concrete, ceiling leakages and water seepage from external walls would cost flat owners several hundred dollars. ❋ Unknown (2008)

The French Quarter, with its picturesquely spalling walls and tendrilly weeds spilling from cornices, often feels like a movie set, especially in the light of summer. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Tiphani closed her eyes as rounds peppered the Almighty McD, spalling the window-glass. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Now, as with the seating and restraint solutions, new approaches to layering lightweight armor coupled with spray-on, or paint-on, special mastic, can dramatically reduce the spalling of bomb or projectile fragments while also reducing weight and cost. ❋ Unknown (2009)

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