as in sculpting
to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material
carved a statue out of rare marble
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Recent Examples of carving
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2024
The carvings were done approximately 35-37,000 years ago.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Let rest 20-30 minutes before carving.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
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Noun
With a bit of practice and the right approach, anyone can master the art of turkey carving.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2024
The carvings were done approximately 35-37,000 years ago.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
Verb
The series, co-owned by NASCAR driver Kyle Larson, is carving out its niche within dirt racing.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Let rest 20-30 minutes before carving.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Carving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carving. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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