Zoeken
to whittle
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snijden
to carve or shape small pieces from a material, usually wood, using a knife or similar tool
02
geleidelijk verminderen
to gradually reduce something in size or number
Whittle
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Whittle
English aeronautical engineer who invented the jet aircraft engine (1907-1996)
Voorbeeld
The grandfather whittled a small figurine from a block of wood.
The camper whittled a makeshift spoon for cooking in the wilderness.
He whittled a pointed stick for roasting marshmallows over the fire.
The craftsman whittled the block of wood into a miniature horse, adding intricate details as he went.
Using a pocket knife, she carefully whittled the branch into the shape of a spoon.
