Carve

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːrv/

Carve (verb)

  1. to cut a material like wood or stone to make a shape or design
  2. to cut cooked meat into pieces for eating
  3. to make a path or way through something by cutting or removing parts

Examples

  • She carved a statue from the block of wood.
  • He carved intricate patterns into the pumpkin.

Common collocations: carve a statue, carve patterns, carve initials, carve the turkey, carve roast beef

Synonyms of Carve

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Carve

  • Carve involves cutting; assemble involves putting together.