spile
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1spile

noun \ˈspī(-ə)l\

Definition of SPILE

1
: 1pile 1
2
: a small plug used to stop the vent of a cask : bung
3
: a spout inserted in a tree to draw off sap

Origin of SPILE

probably from Dutch spijl stake
First Known Use: 1513

2spile

transitive verb
spiledspil·ing

Definition of SPILE

1
: to plug with a spile
2
: to supply with a spile

First Known Use of SPILE

1691

Rhymes with SPILE

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