Sprue

[spru:]

Definition

(noun.) a chronic disorder that occurs in tropical and non-tropical forms and in both children and adults; nutrients are not absorbed; symptoms include foul-smelling diarrhea and emaciation.

Inputed by Effie--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) Strictly, the hole through which melted metal is poured into the gate, and thence into the mold.

(n.) The waste piece of metal cast in this hole; hence, dross.

(n.) Same as Sprew.

Inputed by Avis

Definition

n. in casting one of the passages leading to the mould also the metal which solidifies in it—deadhead.—n. Sprue′-hole ingate or pouring-hole in a mould.

Checker: Willa