chisel

[ˈtʃɪzəl]

chisel Definition

  • 1a tool with a flat metal blade used for cutting and shaping wood, stone, or metal
  • 2to cut or shape something using a chisel

Using chisel: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chisel" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He used a chisel to carve the statue out of marble.

  • Example

    The carpenter chiseled away at the wood until it was smooth.

  • Example

    She chiseled her initials into the tree trunk.

chisel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chisel

Phrases with chisel

  • a chisel made of tempered steel, used for cutting cold metal

    Example

    The blacksmith used a cold chisel to shape the horseshoe.

  • to intrude or interrupt a conversation or activity

    Example

    He always tries to chisel in on our conversations, even when he's not invited.

  • to create or obtain something through hard work or determination

    Example

    She chiseled out a successful career in the music industry.

Origins of chisel

from Old French 'cisel', from Late Latin 'cisellum', meaning 'cutting tool'

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Summary: chisel in Brief

A 'chisel' [ˈtʃɪzəl] is a tool with a flat metal blade used for cutting and shaping wood, stone, or metal. It can also be used as a verb to describe the act of cutting or shaping something with a chisel. Common phrases include 'cold chisel,' used for cutting cold metal, and 'chisel in,' meaning to intrude or interrupt a conversation or activity.

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