carving
/ˈkɑɹvɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: carvings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A carved object.
Noun
Examples
The carvings on the oak panels were ancient.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The act or craft of producing a carved object.
Noun
Examples
He took up carving after his retirement.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
Executing turns without pivoting.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “carving” mean?
A carved object.
Is “carving” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.