What is the meaning of carving?

noun

  • A sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape.
  • Removing parts from hard material to create a desired pattern or shape.
  • Creating figures or designs in three dimensions.

verb

  • Form by carving.
    • usage: "Carve a flower from the ice"
  • Engrave or cut by chipping away at a surface.
    • usage: "carve one's name into the bark"
  • Cut to pieces.
    • usage: "Father carved the ham"
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