Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whittling
verb
/ˈhwɪt.lɪŋ/
Definition
The act of carving shapes out of wood by repeatedly cutting small pieces from it.
Examples
- He spent the afternoon whittling a small wooden animal.
- Whittling can be a relaxing hobby for many people.
- As a child, I loved whittling sticks by the campfire.
Meaning
Whittling involves using a knife to gently shave off thin slices of wood to create a recognizable shape or design.
Synonyms
- Carving
- Shaping
- Cutting
