Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anvil
noun
/ˈanvəl/
Definition
A heavy iron block used by blacksmiths and metalworkers for shaping and forging metal.
Examples
- The blacksmith placed the hot iron on the anvil before shaping it.
- Traditionally, anvils are made of steel or iron and can weigh several hundred pounds.
Meaning
The anvil is typically used as a surface upon which the metal is placed and shaped through hammering and other tools.
Synonyms
- forge
- metalworking block
- shaping tool
