First Known Use: 1569
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sparge
transitive verb \ˈspärj\
spargedsparg·ing
Definition of SPARGE
2
: to agitate (a liquid) by means of compressed air or gas entering through a pipe
— sparge noun
— sparg·er noun
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Origin of SPARGE
probably from Middle French espargier, from Latin spargere to scatter
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