Definitions
n. A tool with a sharp edge for cutting wood or stone.
凿子
v. To cut or shape wood or stone with a chisel.
凿；雕刻
Example
She used a chisel to shape the wooden bowl.
她用凿子给木碗塑形。
Traditional craftspeople use a chisel to create detailed patterns that preserve local artistic traditions.
传统手艺人用凿子雕出精细图案，传承当地的艺术传统。
Collocations
- a wood chisel
- a hammer and chisel
- chisel away
Usage tip
动词过去式英式常写chiselled，美式常写chiseled。
FAQ
- What does chisel mean?
- A tool with a sharp edge for cutting wood or stone. To cut or shape wood or stone with a chisel.
- How is chisel pronounced?
- UK /ˈtʃɪzəl/, US /ˈtʃɪzəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
