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Waste metal
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sprue
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A sprue is the passage through which liquid material is introduced into a mold. In many cases it controls the flow of metal into the mold. During casting or molding , the material in the sprue will solidify and need to be removed from the finished part. ...
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n. a chronic disorder that occurs in tropical and nontropical forms and in both children and adults; nutrients are not absorbed; symptoms include foul-smelling diarrhea and emaciation [syn: tropical sprue ]
Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
"piece of metal (later plastic) attached to a cast object," 1875, earlier (1849) "channel through which metal is poured into a mold;" of unknown origin.
Usage examples of sprue.
After making the cope and cutting the sprue, Starbrook checked the heat.
Using the sprue for a handle, he pulled the casting free from the drag and shook it.