spile

noun

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\ ˈspī(-ə)l

Definition of spile

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : pile entry 1 sense 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

spile

verb

spiled; spiling

Definition of spile (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

1 : to plug with a spile

2 : to supply with a spile

Examples of spile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun There’s Bill, who, after Randy drills the hole into the tree, lightly hammers in the plastic spile, or spout. — Heather E. Goodman, The Christian Science Monitor, 22 Feb. 2021 Sample delicious syrup on pancakes and take home a set of tapping supplies, including a spile, bag, and holder. — Bob Dohr, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 19 Feb. 2018

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