chisel
|chis/el|
B2
/ˈtʃɪzəl/
cutting tool
Etymology
Etymology Information
'chisel' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'cisel,' where 'cisel' meant 'cutting tool.'
Historical Evolution
'cisel' transformed into the Middle English word 'chisel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'chisel.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'cutting tool,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a tool with a sharp, flat edge at the end of a metal blade, used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, or metal.
The sculptor used a chisel to carve the statue.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to cut or shape something with a chisel.
He chiseled the wood into a beautiful sculpture.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35