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CARVING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Carving.

Carving - as a noun

A sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sculpture13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Removing parts from hard material to create a desired pattern or shape

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cutting10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
creating by removal
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Creating figures or designs in three dimensions

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sculpture13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
art3artistic creationartistic productionbeaux artsfine arts
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Carving - as a verb

To cut.

To cut meat in order to serve it.

Example: "You carve the roast and i'll serve the vegetables."

To shape to sculptural effect; to produce (a work) by cutting, or to cut (a material) into a finished work.

Example: "To carve a name into a tree"

To perform a series of turns without pivoting, so that the tip and tail of the snowboard take the same path.

To take or make, as by cutting; to provide.

To lay out; to contrive; to design; to plan.

Example Sentences

"The intricate carving on the wooden door caught everyone's attention."
"The museum displayed a collection of ancient stone carvings."
"The detailed carving on the ivory statue was a masterpiece."
"He admired the intricate carving on the marble fireplace."
"The woodcarver used a chisel to create the beautiful carving."
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Word Game Points

Is CARVING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, carving is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CARVING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CARVING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, carving is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CARVING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is CARVING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, carving is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CARVING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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