Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chibbing

verb
/ˈtʃɪb.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of cutting or splitting something, often associated with carving or shaping wood.
Examples
  • He spent the afternoon chibbing a piece of cedar for his latest project.
  • The craftsperson is skilled at chibbing intricate designs into the wood.
  • Chibbing requires both patience and precision to achieve the desired results.
Meaning
Chibbing refers to the process of creating something new by cutting or shaping a material, particularly wood.
Synonyms
  • carving
  • shaping
  • cutting
  • whittling