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

This includes archaeological heritage, too, as many rock carvings by the local Cora and Huichol cultures are present on the property and have been preserved. —Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026

Enter Caviar Club, a new Las Olas spot with $15,000 wines, tableside steak carving and $2,000 caviar tastings. —South Florida Sun Sentinel, Sun Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026

Meanwhile, inside, galleries trace American art from the 17th century to the present—interwoven with African textiles, Oceanic carvings, and contemporary installations. —Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026

Its intricate stonework is a great example of Spain’s Plateresque style, represented by delicate, detail-packed, filigree-like carvings. —Rick Steves, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 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