Definitions
v. to shape wood or stone by cutting away material
雕刻
v. to cut cooked meat into slices for serving
切成片
Example
My grandfather carved a little bird from soft wood.
我祖父用软木雕了一只小鸟。
Local artisans carve traditional patterns into wooden furniture, preserving cultural skills while creating products for modern homes.
当地工匠在木制家具上雕刻传统图案，既保留文化技艺，也为现代家庭制作产品。
Collocations
- carve wood
- carve a statue
- carve meat
- carve out a career
Word family
- carver (n.)
- carving (n.)
Synonyms
- sculpt
Usage tip
carve强调削刻成形；carve out a career指开创事业。
FAQ
- What does carve mean?
- to shape wood or stone by cutting away material to cut cooked meat into slices for serving
- How is carve pronounced?
- UK /kɑːv/, US /kɑːrv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
