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carve
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- pronunciation:
- karv
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
carves, carving, carved |
| definition 1: |
to form or write by cutting.
The artist carved this duck from a block of wood.He carved his name in the table.- synonyms:
- chisel, sculpt, whittle
- similar words:
- engrave, etch, form, inscribe, sculpture, shape, tool
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| definition 2: |
to slice or cut into pieces.
Who will carve the roast beef?- synonyms:
- cut, slice
- similar words:
- quarter, saw
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| related words: |
chop, cut, scratch |
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| derivation: |
carver (n.) |
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