† ˈspalderlingObs. [f.spalder to split (see spald v.) + -ling. Cf. G. spälterling a split piece of wood.] A split and dried fish. c1340Durh.Acc. Rolls (Surtees) 38 In viij spalderlyngg' empt. prec. ijd. qa.1366Ibid. 45 In lx spaldirlinges empt.Ibid., In xviij spalderlenges.1403Ibid. 51.