Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɪzəlɪŋ/
noun the act or process of carving or cutting something, typically wood or stone, with a chisel
A1 I am chiseling a small sculpture out of wood.
A2 The artist spent hours chiseling away at the marble to create a masterpiece.
B1 The chiseling on the stone wall revealed intricate carvings from ancient times.
B2 The skilled craftsman used precise chiseling techniques to create detailed designs on the metal surface.
C1 His chiseling work on the statue was so precise that it looked almost lifelike.
C2 The sculptor's chiseling skills were unmatched, resulting in breathtaking works of art.
verb the action of using a chisel to carve or cut something
A1 The sculptor is chiseling a piece of marble.
A2 She spent hours chiseling away at the ice to create a beautiful sculpture.
B1 The carpenter was chiseling intricate designs into the wood.
B2 The artist was chiseling away at the stone, revealing a stunning statue underneath.
C1 The master craftsman spent years chiseling away at the marble to create his masterpiece.
C2 The skilled artisan was chiseling delicate patterns into the metal with precision.
formal The sculptor was meticulously chiseling away at the marble to create a masterpiece.
informal I saw him chiseling away at the wood to make a new shelf for his room.
slang He's been chiseling on that project for hours now.
figurative She was chiseling away at his resolve with her constant nagging.
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