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sprue (2)

sprue [ sproo ] (plural sprues)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. part of mold: a vertical channel in a mold, used to pour in molten material

2. waste from molding: a piece of waste material from molding plastic or metal, especially one of the supporting pieces that connect small parts molded at the same time

[Early 19th century. Origin ?]
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