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1sprang

Definition of SPRANG

past of spring
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2sprang

noun \ˈspraŋ\

Definition of SPRANG

:  a weaving technique in which threads or cords are intertwined and twisted over one another to form an openwork mesh

Origin of SPRANG

probably from Norwegian, a kind of embroidery
First Known Use: 1951

Rhymes with SPRANG

bang, bhang, clang, dang, fang, Fang, gang, gangue, hang, pang, prang, slang, spang, stang, tang, twang, whang, yang
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past of spring

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  1. sprang
  2. spring
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