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to carve
01
to shape or create by cutting or sculpting, often using tools or a sharp instrument
Transitive: to carve a pattern into a surface | to carve a pattern onto a surface
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
carve
3rd person singular
carves
Present participle
carving
Past simple
carved
Past participle
carved
Examples
He carved intricate patterns into the stone to create a decorative monument.
02
to cut a piece of cooked meat into smaller pieces
Transitive: to carve cooked meat
Examples
At the family dinner table, the father skillfully carved the roast turkey.
03
to manage to establish a career, reputation, etc. for oneself through hard work and dedication
Transitive: to carve a career or reputation
Examples
Despite facing numerous obstacles, she managed to carve a successful career in the competitive world of finance.
04
to create or produce something by cutting or shaping a material, such as a sculpture or design
Transitive: to carve a sculpture or structure
Examples
The sculptor carved a magnificent statue from a block of marble.
05
to surf extremely well, especially performing skilled and stylish turns or maneuvers on the wave
Informal
Specialized
Examples
He can carve up the waves like a pro.
Lexical Tree
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carver
carving
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