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sparable

Syllabification: (spar·a·ble)
Pronunciation: /ˈsparəbəl/

Definition of sparable

noun

  • a headless nail used for the soles and heels of shoes.

Origin:

early 17th century: contraction of sparrow-bill, in the same sense

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