carving

noun

carv·​ing ˈkär-viŋ 

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Geometric shapes, gemstone carvings, long earrings, precious gems and bold silhouettes dominate the collection, which features emeralds, diamonds and sapphires. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 8 July 2026

Begun in the 10th century, its Hindu and Jain temples at Khajuraho are renowned for their carvings of erotic scenes, most prominently Kandariya Mahadeva, a temple with more than 800 sculptures. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Much like the Algonquin’s Beaux-Arts facade, the Vespucci’s gun-deck styling and figurehead carvings are more about signaling tradition than serving a practical purpose. — Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 7 July 2026

Visitors can also learn about the cemetery’s historic monuments, artistic stone carvings and the preservation efforts that help protect the important cultural resource. — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing carving

• carving knife
• wood carving

Rhymes for carving

• starving

Kids Definition

carving

noun

carv·​ing ˈkär-viŋ 

1

: the act or art of a person who carves

2

: a carved object, design, or figure