as in sculpting
to create a three-dimensional representation of (something) using solid material
carved a statue out of rare marble
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Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
On his own Instagram, Rochell shared a peek at the turkey carving.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
They were formed over millions of years by slightly acidic rainwater that slowly dissolved limestone and marble, carving out a massive series of underground passages and chambers.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Nearby, a striking 9th century Indonesian carving in volcanic stone of Brahma, the multi-headed god, represents the myriad complexities of creation — just like every other Hindu Brahma sculpture that is not on view.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
On his own Instagram, Rochell shared a peek at the turkey carving.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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For skiers, few things compare to the thrill of carving through powder and exploring new terrain.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
They were formed over millions of years by slightly acidic rainwater that slowly dissolved limestone and marble, carving out a massive series of underground passages and chambers.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Carving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carving. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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