carving

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noun

carv·​ing ˈkär-viŋ 

1

: the act or art of one who carves

2

: a carved object, design, or figure

carving

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present participle of carve

Examples of carving in a Sentence

Noun

She bought a small wooden carving of a Buddha.

an ancient people proficient in stone carving

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

If the carving station said wedding reception, the cocktail menu said divorce. — Danielle Naer, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026

Occasionally, cinematographer Ben Davis even lines up those centuries-old face carvings behind Malkovich to note their resemblance to his imposing profile. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

Pumpkins bred for carving may be too fibrous for puree, but they can still be cooked and added to a delicious fall stew, soup, or chili. — Sydney Price, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2026

Each piece is made using a cast-iron mold engraved with CNC technology, creating a subtractive geometry inspired by the rough-hewn stages of marble carving. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

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