carving

noun

carv·​ing ˈkär-viŋ How to pronounce carving (audio)
1
: the act or art of one who carves
2
: a carved object, design, or figure

Examples of carving in a Sentence

She bought a small wooden carving of a Buddha. an ancient people proficient in stone carving
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There’s also a dedicated carving station with ham and prime rib. Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 24 July 2025 The grave's carvings were also skillfully crafted, suggesting a high-quality artisan produced the tombstone. Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2025 On Saturday, the whole family can enjoy live ice carving, an ice sculpture walking tour, fire twirlers and other street performers, a puppy kissing booth, character meet-and-greets, a scavenger hunt, carriage rides, a couple's vow renewal ceremony with Elvis and more. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 During cocktail hour, guests were treated to a carving station, seafood station, southwest station, Italian station, and more. Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for carving

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of carving was in the 13th century

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“Carving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carving. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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carving

noun
carv·​ing ˈkär-viŋ How to pronounce carving (audio)
1
: the act or art of a person who carves
2
: a carved object, design, or figure

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