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Meaning of the word carving in English

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carving

US /ˈkɑːr.vɪŋ/
UK /ˈkɑːr.vɪŋ/
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Noun

1.

the action of cutting or incising a solid material to form an object or design

Example:
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The intricate carving on the wooden door was breathtaking.
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He spent hours on the delicate carving of the bird.
Synonym:
sculptureengravingetchingfretworkrelief
2.

a piece of carved work

Example:
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The museum displayed ancient stone carvings.
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Each carving told a story of the tribe's history.
Synonym:
sculpturestatuefigureeffigymodel
3.

the action of cutting cooked meat into slices for serving

Example:
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The chef demonstrated the proper technique for carving the turkey.
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The host began the carving of the roast beef.
Synonym:
slicingcuttingdicingchoppingportioning
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carvecarving knife