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(1):

(v. t.) To reduce, as irregular blocks of stone, to an approximately level surface by hammering.

(2):

(v. t.) To break into small pieces, as ore, for the purpose of separating from rock.

(3):

(n.) A chip or fragment, especially a chip of stone as struck off the block by the hammer, having at least one feather-edge.

(4):

(v. i.) To give off spalls, or wedge-shaped chips; - said of stone, as when badly set, with the weight thrown too much on the outer surface.

(5):

(n.) The shoulder.