Chisel
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British pronunciation/t‌ʃˈɪzə‌l/
American pronunciation/ˈtʃɪzəɫ/

Definition & Meaning of "chisel"

Chisel
01

a metal tool with a handle and a strong flat-edged blade that is used to shape hard objects, such as wood, metal, etc.

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chisel definition and meaning

What is a "chisel"?

A chisel is a hand tool used for carving, shaping, or cutting hard materials such as wood, stone, or metal. It consists of a sharp, flat blade with a handle. The blade is struck with a mallet or hammer to cut into the material, allowing the user to create detailed designs or make precise adjustments. Chisels are commonly used in woodworking, masonry, and sculpting.

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The set included different sizes of chisels for various tasks.
He used a chisel to carve intricate designs into the wood.
The stonemason relied on a chisel to shape the marble blocks.
to chisel
01

to carve or shape a material, typically wood or stone, by using a sharp-edged tool with a flat metal blade

Transitive: to chisel a pattern or form on material | to chisel a pattern or form onto material
to chisel definition and meaning
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The woodworker carefully chiseled intricate details on the furniture.
The artist chiseled a relief sculpture on the stone wall.
The mason chiseled the inscription onto the marble surface.
02

To deceive or defraud someone in order to deprive them of something unfairly

Transitive: to chisel sb out of sth
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The online scammer tried to chisel unsuspecting internet users out of their personal information.
The corrupt politician attempted to chisel taxpayers out of millions of dollars through embezzlement schemes.
The con artist managed to chisel several investors out of their life savings.
03

to use cunning or deceitful tactics in order to achieve a desired outcome

Transitive: to chisel one's way into sth | to chisel one's way to sth
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The ambitious businessman chiseled his way to the top of the corporate ladder by manipulating company policies.
The cunning negotiator chiseled his way to a favorable contract by exploiting the other party 's vulnerabilities.
The con artist chiseled his way into the wealthy widow 's inheritance by posing as a caring companion.
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Example
The set included different sizes of chisels for various tasks.
He used a chisel to carve intricate designs into the wood.
The stonemason relied on a chisel to shape the marble blocks.
She learned how to use a chisel safely in her woodworking class.
The chisel's sharp edge made it effective for detailed work.
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