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to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material
  • carved a statue out of rare marble

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The first known use of carve was before the 12th century

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“Carve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carve. Accessed 24 Jan. 2021.

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