Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carve
verb
/kɑːrv/
Definition
To cut something into a specific shape or design.
Examples
- She decided to carve a beautiful statue from the block of marble.
- He loves to carve wooden animals as a hobby.
- Please carve the turkey before serving it at the dinner table.
Meaning
Carving involves cutting and shaping a material, often wood or stone, to create an object or artwork.
Synonyms
- cut
- sculpt
- engrave
- whittle
