chisel
/ˈtʃɪzəl/
B1 · Intermediate★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a metal tool with a sharp edge used for cutting or shaping wood or stone
When to Use
💼Workplace English⚙️Technical
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“He used a chisel to carve the wood into a small bird.”
“Make sure the chisel is sharp before you start working on the stone.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A cutting tool consisting of a slim, oblong block of metal with a sharp wedge or bevel formed on one end. It may be provided with a handle at the other end. It is used to remove parts of stone, wood or metal by placing the sharp edge against the material to be cut and pushing or pounding the other end with a hammer or mallet.
Related Words
Synonyms:
carving toolblade
Word Family:
chiseledchiselingchisel work