"whittle" 的定义和意义

to whittle

to carve or shape small pieces from a material, usually wood, using a knife or similar tool

to gradually reduce something in size or number

Whittle

惠特尔

English aeronautical engineer who invented the jet aircraft engine (1907-1996)

例子

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.

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