Meaning of the word whittle in English

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

whittle

US /ˈwɪt̬.əl/
UK /ˈwɪt.əl/

Verb

to make something from a piece of wood by cutting off small, thin pieces:

Example:
An old sailor sat on the dockside, whittling a toy boat.
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