Definition of Carving
Carving
Car·ving
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
Act of cutting or shaping a material, such as wood or stone, into a desired form.
e.g. The artist's intricate carving on the wooden statue was truly impressive.
(noun)
the action of cutting hard materials into a desired shape as a form of art, or the work of engaging in this activity;
e.g. She took up wood carving as a hobby.
(verb)
cutting some hard material into a desired shape/pattern in order to create artistic works such as inscriptions, designs, or figures;
e.g. He was carving a statue of a horse from stone.
(verb)
cutting a large piece of cooked meat into smaller slices or pieces for eating;
e.g. She will be carving the turkey at the family Thanksgiving dinner.
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