Meaning of the word hollowed in English

What does hollowed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hollowed

US /ˈhɑːloʊd/
UK /ˈhɒləʊd/

Adjective

having a hollow or sunken appearance

Example:
His cheeks were thin and hollowed from illness.
The old man's eyes were deep and hollowed.

Verb

to make a hollow in something; to excavate

Example:
The river had hollowed out a deep gorge over centuries.
They hollowed out the log to make a canoe.