_spawl_
spawl This is a stick, approximately 1/2" in diameter and 5"-6" in length. It is used to plug the hole in the tub which is used to wash fish, usually cod fish. This "spawl" is usually made of birch. Sometimes the "spawl" is the remains of an old shirt or dress and...
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| Summary: | spawl This is a stick, approximately 1/2" in diameter and 5"-6" in length. It is used to plug the hole in the tub which is used to wash fish, usually cod fish. This "spawl" is usually made of birch. Sometimes the "spawl" is the remains of an old shirt or dress and stuffed into the hole of the tub. Yes DICT CEN DNE-cit JW Not used Not used Withdrawn NEWFOUNDLAND FOLKLORE SURVEY Stamped but not used. |
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