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Definition of woodcarving

woodcarving

/ˈwʊdˌkɑːrvɪŋ/
wood · carv · ing
Plural:woodcarvings
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woodcarving Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The art, craft, or technique of shaping and ornamenting wood using sharp cutting tools such as knives, chisels, and gouges.

Example

"He took a weekend workshop to learn the basics of traditional relief woodcarving."

2

A decorative object, figure, or ornamental design that has been carved out of wood.

Example

"The antique cabinet featured intricate floral woodcarvings along its oak panels."

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• Nearby Words

woodburn
woodbury
woodcarver
woodcarving
woodchip
woodchopper
woodchopping

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Woodcarving. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/woodcarving
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