Chiseling

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɪzəlɪŋ/

Definitions of chiseling

noun the act or process of carving or cutting something, typically wood or stone, with a chisel

Example Sentences

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

Example Sentences

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.

Examples of chiseling in a Sentence

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.

Grammatical Forms of chiseling

past tense

chiseled

plural

chiselers

comparative

more chiseled

superlative

most chiseled

present tense

chisels

future tense

will chisel

perfect tense

have chiseled

continuous tense

is chiseling

singular

chiseler

positive degree

chiseled

infinitive

to chisel

gerund

chiseling

participle

chiseling

Origin and Evolution of chiseling

First Known Use: 1200 year
Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French, Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'chiseling' originated from the Middle English word 'chisel', which was derived from the Old French word 'cisel', ultimately coming from the Latin word 'cisellum' meaning 'cutting tool'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'chiseling' has evolved to encompass not just the act of cutting or shaping with a chisel, but also the idea of manipulating or altering something in a crafty or deceitful manner.