Hew

Synonyms of hew

• cut
• chop
• cleave

Antonyms of hew

• assemble
• construct
• build

Collocations of hew

hew wood

Frequency: 80 %

He used an axe to hew wood for the fireplace.

hew stone

Frequency: 70 %

The sculptor hewed the stone into a beautiful statue.

hew path

Frequency: 60 %

The pioneers hewed a path through the dense forest.

hew metal

Frequency: 50 %

The blacksmith hewed the metal into a sturdy horseshoe.

hew rock

Frequency: 40 %

The miners hewed the rock to extract valuable minerals.

Idiomatic Expressions for hew

• Phrase: hew to tradition
  Meaning: To maintain or uphold traditional values, practices, or customs.
  Usage: The family always hews to tradition by having a big Thanksgiving dinner with all the relatives.